Labor Union May Recover Against Public Works Payment Bond

Appeals Court of Massachusetts

New England Carpenters Central Collection Agency v. Arch Insurance Company

Case no.:  25-P74

Date filed: June 10, 2026

Overview

A Massachusetts appellate court has ruled that for purposes of public works payment bond protection, a labor union had a “contractual relationship” with the prime contractor. The union could pursue the bond for ... Log in to view the full text.