A contractor can receive a stop-work order for a variety of reasons. Some common reasons include: Workers do not have workers’ compensation coverage The jobsite consists of unsafe conditions The […]
What You Need to Know About Lifting a Stop-Work Order Read Post »
Approximately eight million Americans work from home, with many more working part-time from home. Telework has many benefits to employers as applicants find it to be an attractive job perk,
Understanding Laws Related to Telework Read Post »
Contractors need to lead by example on the jobsite. When it comes to safety rules and regulations, there’s never an acceptable excuse for construction professionals to breach these important laws.
There Are No Excuses for Breaching Safety Practices Read Post »
Although most news stories documenting workers’ compensation violations feature a brazen employer that deliberately violates the law and puts their workforce in great peril, these types of cases are far
Recordkeeping and Workers’ Compensation Compliance Read Post »
Slowly over the course of the year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rolls out its data related to OSHA inspections, workplace injuries, work-related fatalities, and penalties issued in
Assessing OSHA Enforcement Cases in Florida for the First Quarter of 2019 Read Post »
If a government agency contacts your business and warns you that you may be “facing steep sanctions,” you know this isn’t a good thing. If your construction business has been
Are You Facing Steep Sanctions? Read Post »
If you want to own a successful construction firm, you may be interested in getting involved with lucrative government projects. Of course, you’ll need to participate in a sealed bidding
7 Bid Blunders Construction Firms Don’t Want to Make Read Post »
Tampa, FL, November 18, 2019 – Cotney Construction Law is pleased to announce that they have been named to the 2020 edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law
Cotney Construction Law Named to Best Law Firms Read Post »
As a contractor, focusing too much attention on the scope of work required for a project may lead to you just going through the motions when it comes to safety
5 Tips for Conducting an Effective Safety Training Course Read Post »
Each and every one of your workers is entitled to be informed of their rights under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. This takes the form of an OSHA workplace
Is Your OSHA Workplace Poster Prominently Displayed? Read Post »
