Arbitration is an informal process that can be used to settle disputes without the need for costly and time-consuming litigation. During arbitration, both parties and their respective attorneys meet with
When Can Arbitration Be Utilized to Settle a Dispute? Read Post »
Writing a demand letter is like walking on a tightrope; lean too far to either side and you fall over. Too lenient and your demand letter is ineffective. Too harsh
Demand Letters: The Do’s and Don’ts Read Post »
The decision to protest a bid is an important one that can have long-lasting ramifications for a contractor. A bid protest can make or break a contractor in this industry,
5 Questions to Consider Before Filing a Bid Protest Read Post »
Tampa, FL, July 31, 2019 – Cotney Construction Law (CCL) is proud to announce that effective August 1, 2019, attorney Hilary Morgan will be Florida Bar Board Certified in Construction
Hilary Morgan Board Certified in Construction Law Read Post »
The engineering and construction industry has the highest prevalence of bribery and corruption than any other industry on the planet. While corruption can take many forms, including asset misappropriation, fraud,
The construction industry is a massive market that employs over 10 million workers in the United States. But this industry goes far beyond our U.S. shores and extends across the
A single mistake in the construction process can lead to a construction defect claim years down the line. This claim can cripple an otherwise flourishing construction company. The worst part?
How to Avoid Being Blamed for a Construction Defect Part 2 Read Post »
Imagine that you’ve completed a construction project. All the planning, hard work, and late hours have resulted in successful project completion. Fast forward a few years. You’re now being informed
How to Avoid Being Blamed for a Construction Defect Part 1 Read Post »
From military branches to various states, many different heat prevention guidelines have been promulgated; however, there is still no federal standard for heat prevention. For this reason, a new construction
New Bill for OSHA Heat Standard Read Post »
On July 24, 2019, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) published its final rule (hereinafter referred to as the “Final Rule”) to amend the regulations governing the employment-based, fifth preference
The Immigration Corner: Changes to the EB-5 Rules Are Here Read Post »
