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What is Adaptive Reuse & Why Does It Matter?

This article discusses what adaptive reuse is, the process, and when it's an option to consider for developers. 
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Texas is Sinking: What Contractors Must Know About Soil Subsidence

This article discusses the alarming rate of subsidence in Texas, particularly Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston.
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Cracks In The Armor: 5 Warning Signs To Never Ignore

This article provides 5 warning signs for building managers and owners in monitoring their building's envelope and avoid major, costly repairs.
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Accessibility Matters: ADA Compliance & Premises Liability

This article details the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance issues for property owners to mitigate premises liability risk.
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ADA and Premises Liability: Dual Exposure

This article provides valuable information for insurance professionals and property owners regarding ADA and premises liability risks
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Understanding Premises Liability and ADA Compliance Requirements

This article provides valuable information for property owners and risk managers regarding ADA compliance and premises liability risks
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The Importance of Addressing Construction Defects

This article details what construction defects are the legal process involved for property owners
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Colorado Construction Defects: Address Early and Often

This article details the common causes, signs and symptoms of construction defects
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Application of Matchmoving for Forensic Video Analysis with Recorded Event Data

This paper presents the process of “matchmoving” in a case where a pedestrian was struck by a train at a station in a major U.S....
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Current Assessment of Stand-Up Forklifts’ Underride Accidents

This paper presents physical testing and analysis of one major forklift manufacturer’s accident database records, which show rear-mounted posts are effective guards in reducing or...
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Assessing Wind-Damaged Masonite Shingles

This paper reports on destructive testing performed on 17 year old masonite ridge-cap shingles.
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Hail Impact Testing of Masonite Shingles

This paper reports on Woodruff shingle field observations after hail events, and hail impact testing performed on aged Woodruff shingles in a laboratory setting.
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