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Anti-Forum Selection Clauses in the 50 States

No-Cost Benefit for ASA Members Out-of-state prime contractors commonly require their subcontractors to sign forum-selection clauses, arguing that it’s more convenient and less expensive for them to resolve disputes in a jurisdiction of their choice. For example, a prime contractor headquartered in Idaho may place a forum-selection clause in a contract on a project in … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: FROST

The largest Texas-based financial institution that operates only in Texas, Frost has been helping Texans with their financial needs for almost 150 years. With more than 125 locations across Texas, including 29 in the Houston area, Frost provides banking, investments and insurance to individuals and businesses. Over the years, our size, capabilities and technologies have … READ MORE

GENERAL LUNCH MEETING THIS WEEK

Join Dennis Winkler, Winkler Public Relations and Ben Wescott, Andrews Myers this Thursday, Feb. 22 for “Handling a Crisis from the PR Perspective.” In today’s world with social media and our need to share and have information, a small problem can turn into a huge crisis for our business. This program will cover the dos … READ MORE

ASA INTRODUCES NEW WHITE PAPER ON CONTINGENT PAYMENT

Observers of the construction industry have seen companies go bankrupt, or go through torturous downsizings, layoffs and disputes, because of slow payment and nonpayment by customers. One cause of such difficulties is the contingent payment clause. In addition to the economic damage pay-if-paid clauses cause, they also raise serious legal and ethical questions in business. … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: DOEREN MAYHEW

Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is a leading group of Houston CPAs and trusted advisors who go beyond traditional accounting to help mid-sized businesses grow and prosper.  A top 100 firm by INSIDE Public Accounting, Doeren Mayhew has a dedicated Construction Group that serves hundreds of the nation’s privately owned subcontractors and general contractors, specializing … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: BOWEN MICLETTE & BRITT

For over 30 years, Bowen, Miclette & Britt has brought its customers a commitment to excellence, innovation and service in the complex world of insurance and risk management. As one of the largest independent insurance agencies in the country, BMB’s client base has gravitated over the years towards several industry niches, specifically Construction, Energy, Marine … READ MORE

NO PANTS, NO PARTY – NO PROBLEM!

ASA-HC is letting loose this fundraising season with our No Pants PAC Party, and we hope we DON’T see you there! This non-event takes every cringe-worthy thing you endure for a fancy soiree and throws it out the window. Don’t hire a sitter! Don’t buy a dress! Don’t suffer through rubbery chicken for dinner! Instead, … READ MORE

SUBExcel in Tempe, AZ is Two Weeks Away!

SUBExcel 2018 is the premier education and networking event for construction subcontractors and suppliers. This year’s event will take place in Tempe, AZ. If you haven’t signed up, get that done quickly to ensure you get a slot! Event Details

REGISTER EARLY FOR FEB. 22 LUNCH MEETING

To ensure you get the early registration price for next week’s general lunch meeting, get your registration in by this Wednesday. Early registration rates will end Friday evening and chapter staff will not be able to assist with registration problems on Thursday, Feb. 15 or Friday, Feb. 16. Event Details