OFCCP Requiring Construction Companies To Submit Monthly Data Reports Starting April 2025

OFCCP announced it is reinstating a monthly reporting requirement (CC-257 Report) for federal construction contractors, nearly 30 years after discontinuing it. Beginning April 15, 2025, covered construction contractors must submit a report to OFCCP by the 15th of each month, with detailed data on its number of employees and work hours by race/ethnicity and gender.

In its announcement, the Agency explained it will use the monthly report to further its “mission of protecting workers in the construction trades, […]

By | January 7th, 2025 ||

Construction Professionals Could Face More Liability Exposure Following California Appellate Ruling

The California Court of Appeal recently reversed a summary judgment ruling in favor of a geotechnical engineering firm that had conducted a brief inspection of a residential construction project’s footing trench for $360. The case arose when homeowner Cheryl Lynch experienced significant property damage after her home’s foundation failed and the structure began subsiding into a slope. Lynch sued Peter & Associates for professional negligence and nuisance, despite having no direct contractual relationship with the firm, […]

By | January 3rd, 2025 ||

Federal Construction Contracts: Lessons From The Framaco Case

In this episode of Wiley’s Government Contracts podcast, Cara Sizemore breaks down recurring issues in construction contracting, such as delays, change requests, and conflicting specifications, through the lens of recent appeals. Cara shares best practices for contractors, including compliance with notice obligations and how clear documentation can prevent costly litigation.

By | January 1st, 2025 ||