Monthly Archives: February 2017

A Modern Take on the Antiquities Act of 1906

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Mirick O'Connell

During the waning days of his administration, President Obama used the Antiquities Act of 1906 (16 USC 431-433) (“Act”) to create expansive national monuments on land and at sea. According to the National Park Service, he established 34 national monuments … Continue reading →

What Does It Mean To Purchase An Additional Insured Endorsement?

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Mirick O'Connell

In the construction industry, it is standard for ‘upstream’ parties to require ‘downstream’ parties to purchase and maintain general liability insurance coverage, at varying limits, and to obtain an endorsement adding all or most ‘upstream’ parties as ‘additional insureds’ under … Continue reading →