No one in this country is unaffected by the current infrastructure crisis. You see it when you drive past a public school. You worry about it when you drive across […]
Only the Construction Industry Can Stop the Infrastructure Crisis Read Post »
Every construction element, from roofs to concrete foundations to plumbing, must be executed flawlessly in order to mitigate construction defects. Seemingly small issues, such as burgeoning mold growth, can lead
Common Plumbing Problems on Completed Construction Projects Part 2 Read Post »
Plumbing is just one of the many facets of a construction project that can cause a construction defect. Defects can emerge shortly after project completion or years later. Regardless of
Common Plumbing Problems on Completed Construction Projects Part 1 Read Post »
It’s no secret that our country’s highways, bridges, and waterways are in a state of disrepair. Although our nation is becoming wealthier and more prosperous, we’re failing to update our
Solving the Problem of Our Ailing Infrastructure Read Post »
In 2018, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that over 35 percent of people in the United States were classified as “gig workers.” But what exactly is a gig worker?
Pros and Cons of the Gig Economy as Related to the Construction Industry Read Post »
The construction industry’s labor shortage endemic is pushing contractors to their limit. With a dwindling skilled labor pool, it’s imperative that the construction industry focus on the sources of labor
Attracting and Retaining Vets Read Post »
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) allows contractors and owners to settle their grievances without the need for time-consuming and costly litigation. However, in many cases, contractors and owners aren’t aware that
3 Benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution Read Post »
In part one of this two-part series, the Fort Lauderdale construction attorneys at Cotney Attorneys & Consultants discussed why every contractor needs general liability insurance and briefly outlined three reasons
Lesser-Known Liability Risks Part 2 Read Post »
As a contractor, you’re liable for far more than just the quality of the structures your workforce produces. Contractors are responsible for building to code, ensuring the health and safety
Lesser-Known Liability Risks Part 1 Read Post »
Invisible disabilities include conditions that can’t be identified visually like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression. Although these conditions can’t be seen, they can still have a substantial effect on
The Impact of Invisible Disabilities on Project Site Safety Part 2 Read Post »
