HOW MUCH SUNSHINE IS TOO MUCH? KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE
To many people, summer is all about heading outside to enjoy the weather. But getting too much sun can be dangerous. To have a fun-filled summer with your family this year, remember that it’s essential to protect yourself from harmful UV rays.
Cover Up
Common Myths About Sun Exposure
Ben Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” While he wasn’t discussing the construction industry in Louisiana, his words certainly resonate within that context. Construction law in our state is an intricate (read: tangled) web of laws and regulations. Making matters more complicated, large- scale construction projects require multiple parties to compete, from architects and vendors to contractors and subcontractors. How do you prevent these complicated arrangements from resulting in stalled projects that become more trouble than they’re worth? One of the best ways is to work with an experienced construction law attorney, like those at Smiley Law Firm. Here are just a few ways that working with a dedicated legal team can help save you time and money. Prevent Payment Snafus We are so familiar with drafting construction liens that we even help other attorneys create them. A lien is a great way to avoid the mess that often accompanies payment delays or disputes. If you’re shepherding a huge project, a vendor not fulfilling their end of the bargain could cause massive delays. Don’t let it happen to you. Covering your skin is one of the best ways to avoid skin damage. Wide-brimmed hats, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants or skirts can protect your skin from direct exposure to UV rays. While this tactic protects you from the sun, it offers poor defense against the heat. So, if you opt for cooler attire, it’s important to cover all exposed skin with a copious amount of sunscreen. Be sure to reapply every two hours for maximum skin protection. If you’re planning to spend a significant amount of time in the sun, consider your environment. Will there be plenty of shade? Will you have to bring your own? What’s the best way to step out of the sun for a few minutes? Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing are great ways to shield yourself from UV rays, but it’s important to avoid being in direct sunlight for long periods. Taking a break from the sun gives your body the time it needs to recuperate and helps prevent sunburn and heatstroke. Spend Less Time in the Sun
Many people think that a tan is better than a sunburn, but the result of tanning is still sun damage. When your skin tone changes due to the sun, regardless of whether it tans or turns red, it’s a result of the epidermis reacting to damage caused by UV rays. Both are symptoms of harmed skin. While vitamin D is important, the sun does not contribute to its creation as much as you might think. Doris Day, a New York City dermatologist, explains that if your skin were to constantly produce vitamin D from being in the sun, it would reach toxic levels. Vitamin D is the only vitamin that your body can produce on its own, through a common form of cholesterol or 7-dehydrocholesterol. Spending time in the sun does help vitamin D form, but you need far less exposure than you think.
Knowing how to protect yourself from UV rays is the first step to having a safe, fun-filled summer!
CUT THROUGH THE RED TAPE
Provide Legal Protection There’s no denying that construction work is a dangerous job. A strong construction contract can help protect your company from third-party liability suits, such as injury claims resulting from the negligence of a passing motorist or a construction vendor. This protection can mitigate your risk of incurring excessive and unnecessary costs. Handle Contract Disputes A well-conceived construction contract is ironclad law between two parties. When these contracts are rushed or handled by inexperienced firms, they often result in long, protracted disputes. Even if you’re drafting a contract yourself, it’s important to have it reviewed by an attorney before anything is signed. Avoid Litigation Every now and then, a dispute will escalate beyond the level of your standard back-and-forth argument. When that happens, you may end up in costly, time-consuming litigation. A construction attorney can offer alternative solutions that will be easier for all parties involved.
These are just a few of the many ways we can help ease your construction law headaches. Call us today to find out more.
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