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If you own a construction business, there will be times that you experience a dispute with another entity. In some cases, the only way to resolve this issue is through […]

Managing multiple projects is a double-edged sword. More projects equals more profit, but on the other hand, it means opening your business up to more risk. This isn’t necessarily the

Employers who fail to prepare for upcoming changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) salary threshold overtime exemption may find themselves in hot water. If you’re just now beginning

When handled perfectly, the mechanic’s lien is arguably the strongest weapon in a contractor’s arsenal for dealing with an owner that refuses to pay. But when information is incorrect or

Every year, contractors all across the United States find themselves forced into dealing with unscrupulous owners that refuse to engage in professional conduct. After all, once you sign a contract,

In part one, we discussed how important a comprehensive construction contract is for ensuring that an owner can fund a project through to completion. Below, we will continue by discussing

There are a myriad of tools that a contractor can utilize to secure payment from a fraudulent owner. The mechanic’s lien, in particular, is incredibly useful in this regard, but

Effective October 1, 2019, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) revised its weighting system, moving from the Enforcement Weighting System (“EWS”) to the new OSHA Weighting System (“OWS”). OSHA

At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, our Ft. Myers construction lawyers represent contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals in disputes relating to public and private projects. We fight for the industry

Take a second to think about the iconic duos throughout history. There’s Joe Montana and Jerry Rice, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, Sonny and Cher…the list goes on and on.