Having a difficult subcontractor on the jobsite can be problematic for an entire construction project. The mistakes they make and goals they don’t achieve can create a ripple effect that […]
How to Deal with a Difficult Subcontractor Part 1 Read Post »
In part one of this two-part series, a Nashville construction dispute lawyer from Cotney Construction Law discussed how “bonding off” a mechanics lien works and detailed the various parties that
Should You Bond Off a Lien Claim on Your Project? Part 2 Read Post »
When an owner refuses to pay you for the work you’ve contributed to a project, it can create a sensitive situation for all parties involved. First and foremost, you don’t
What Is “Bonding Off” a Mechanics Lien? Read Post »
The mechanics lien is one of the best tools at a contractor’s disposal for dealing with an owner who refuses to pay, but there’s more than one way to obtain
Should You Bond Off a Lien Claim on Your Project? Part 1 Read Post »
At Cotney Construction Law, our attorneys are on the up and up when it comes to the latest construction industry trends. We speak the language of the industry and keep
Horizontal Construction vs. Vertical Construction Part 2 Read Post »
Some experts are predicting that the United States economy is approaching its first bonafide recession in over 10 years. Construction professionals, particularly contractors, are focusing on how to stay afloat
Horizontal Construction vs. Vertical Construction Part 1 Read Post »
Our Colorado attorneys, Danielle Maya and Dillon Fulcher, obtained a complete dismissal on summary judgment for one of our clients in a multi-million-dollar construction defect case. The owner complained of
Summary Judgement Victory from CCL Read Post »
In 2016, OSHA issued an anti-retaliation provision prohibiting employers from retaliating against employees for reporting workplace injuries. Since then, employers within the construction industry have been hesitant to implement safety
OSHA’s Clarification on Safety Incentive Programs & Post-Incident Drug Testing Read Post »
The contract is an important guide that sets up expectations on a construction project. Unclear contract language can set up an undesirable situation that places an owner and contractor at
The Importance of Clear Language in Construction Contracts Part 2 Read Post »
When a dispute presents itself on a construction project, it is often the contract that will decide how it is handled. It is for this reason that construction contracts require
The Importance of Clear Language in Construction Contracts Part 1 Read Post »
