Contracts, Liability, and Risk Management

This essential course equips residential builders and contractors with the legal and business acumen necessary to protect your company and assets in a high-risk industry. Focusing on proactive strategies to mitigate exposure on every project, we cover LARA's licensing process, complaints, contract language, permitting requirements, and the state and federal regulations governing the industry.

Jen Watkins

Instructional Designer

Course Overview

What You'll Learn

Students will gain the confidence to negotiate contracts, understand their insurance needs, and apply specific risk-management strategies that secure their financial future by minimizing legal and operational threats.

Highlights

Initial self assessment Mobile-friendly lessons Unlimited quizzes

Features

Instant online course access Self-paced study on your schedule Excellent technical and instructor support

Curriculum

Course Content

Master contract negotiation, insurance, and risk management to secure your business and finances.

Module 1: Licensing, Professional Conduct, and Basic Compliance

Violations and Penalties

30 min.

Rules of Professional Conduct

45 min.

Module 2: Enforcement and Dispute Resolution

Complaints and Investigations

45 min.

Alternative Dispute Resolution and Lien Waivers

30 min.

Module 3: Building Code and Civil Rights Compliance

Michigan Residential Code and Permits

25 min.

Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA)

35 min.

Module 4: Federal Civil Rights and Accessiblity Laws

Fair Housing Act, ADA, and Michigan Barrier Free Design

60 min.

Module 5: Environmental Risk and Safety

EPA Regulations for Hazardous Materials (Asbestos, Lead, Radon)

60 min.

Module 6: Salespersons and Agency Liability

Residential Builder Salespersons

30 min.

Pricing

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Complete Course Access

6 hours of online instruction Module quizzes to gauge your progress Certificate upon successful completion

One-time payment

$89.00

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