CR CR Legal & Regulatory Compliance 2

Question 1

Which of the following is a key requirement of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that may affect residential remodeling projects?

Accepted Answer

Public-facing areas of a home used for business must meet accessibility standards

Answer

The ADA applies to areas of a home used for public business activities, which may require accessibility accommodations.

Question 2

What information must appear on a home improvement contract in most US states?

Accepted Answer

Contractor's name, license number, address, project description, price, payment schedule, and estimated completion date

Answer

Most states require contracts to include contractor identification, licensing, project description, price, payment terms, and timeline.

Question 3

What is the significance of workers' compensation insurance for a remodeling contractor?

Accepted Answer

It covers medical costs and lost wages for workers injured on the job, protecting the contractor from lawsuits

Answer

Workers' compensation covers employee injuries and shields the contractor from direct lawsuits related to on-the-job injuries.

Question 4

A subcontractor on a remodeling project is injured. Who is primarily responsible for the subcontractor's workers' compensation coverage?

Accepted Answer

The general contractor if the subcontractor is uninsured, in most states

Answer

In most states, a general contractor can be held responsible for workers' comp costs if a subcontractor lacks proper coverage.

Question 5

What does 'substantial completion' mean in a construction contract?

Accepted Answer

When the work is sufficiently complete for the owner to use or occupy it for its intended purpose

Answer

Substantial completion occurs when the project is complete enough to be used for its intended purpose, even if minor items remain.

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