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Navigating the complexities of construction law is crucial for any contractor looking to build a resilient business. With decades of experience, Trent Cotney’s blog is your essential resource for staying ahead of legal challenges and ensuring your business is equipped for long-term success.
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Eye Protection of Great Importance in Construction Industry
The top two reasons for eye injury on a construction site are failure to wearing…
Construction Companies Need Extreme Heat Protection Plans
When a person is overheated, they rely on their body’s ability to lose excess Heat….
Converting Your LLC to a C-corp
When you first opened your business, you may have opted to set it up as…
How Your Company Can Manage the Vaccine Mandate
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented the world with a host of challenges—from security measures to…
OSHA Offers Safety Training Grants
Safety Training Grants totaling $6.7 million have been awarded to 37 nonprofit organizations nationwide to…
5 Common Questions Employers Have About the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Effective on April 1, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) requires employers to…
What You Should Know About Fall Protection Rescue
Occupational Health & Safety Magazine cites fall protection rescue as the most commonly overlooked aspect…
What to Consider When Choosing a Ladder for Your Jobsite
Falls account for the largest number of injuries and fatalities in the construction industry and…
What Out-Of-State Contractors Need to Know About Florida Insurance Requirements
Many contractors elect to work in neighboring states as a foreign limited liability company (LLC)…
4 Questions Construction Businesses Have About Telework
With the spread of the COVID-19 virus across the country, many large cities have resorted…
8 Ways to Create a Strong Construction Contract
An effective construction contract can help protect your company against legal problems if a relationship…
Critical Contract Clauses Part 2
As Jacksonville construction lawyers, we know the importance of drafting construction contracts with much thought and care. This is why we’ve created this two-part article…
Critical Contract Clauses Part 1
Well-drafted construction contracts will cover every project detail from beginning to end. It will identify basics such parties, the work, and cost of the project….
Elements of a Successful Joint Venture Contract
A joint venture is a type of teaming arrangement where two or more parties join for the completion of a business venture. They are then…
Drafting a Joint Venture Agreement
If you’ve decided that collaborating with another company to compete in today’s newly flourishing construction industry is a smart move, you may be ready to…
Drafting A Change Order Provision
A change order that takes place during a construction project is one of the more disputed issues in the construction industry. A contractor can do…
Does Your Contract Need An Indemnity Clause?
In the construction industry, an indemnity clause is one of the most negotiated and disputed provisions in a construction contract. In this article we will…
Compliance Advice When Reopening the Workplace
The last few months have presented small businesses owners with a variety of challenges. From…
Construction Backlog Experiences Record Decline
On May 12, 2020, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator…
Are You Maintaining COVID-19 Related Documentation?
Construction business owners have a lot of areas of their business they need to manage….
Autonomous Technology Addressing Labor Shortage in the Construction Industry
By this point, you’re probably well aware that the construction industry is facing a labor…
COVID-19: Managing Employees With Pre-Existing Conditions
As Phase 1 of Florida’s reopening plan is now underway, employers are beginning to transition…
An In-Depth Look at Florida’s Right to Repair Laws
Right now, you probably have enough on your plate without having to worry about being…
Understanding Highway & Road Construction Work Zone Safety
According to the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), transportation accidents have been the leading…
Are Construction Workers More Prone to Health Risk Behaviors?
In July of 2020, United States federal agency The National Institute for Occupational Safety and…
Protections That a COVID-19 Liability Shield Can Provide
Operating a company, school, or other business interest during the COVID-19 pandemic can be risky….
What Contractors Should Know About the Miller Act
If you are a government contractor or supplier, you have likely heard of the Miller Act….
Changes to Women-Owned Small Business Certification
Throughout the United States, businesswomen benefit from Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification. This certification allows qualified small businesses…
What the New Drug Laws Mean for Your Company
Following the U.S. election on November 3, 2020, ballot counts in the presidential and some senatorial races were very close….
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Trenching and excavation remain among the most hazardous jobs in the construction industry, so the…
OSHA Introduces Protal for Volunteer Program
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has a new portal making…
Cotney Offers a Wide Range of Estimator Training
For those interested in getting into the estimating business, Cotney Consulting Group has you covered…
5 Tips for Avoiding Construction Defect Litigation
The last thing you need to be facing in the midst of a global pandemic…
How Long Are Contractors Responsible for Construction Defects in Colorado?
Contractors are usually held liable for construction defects related to the construction of buildings. Every…
7 Common Construction Defects and How an Tallahassee Construction Attorneys Can Help
Despite working with integrity and completing projects in a timely manner, construction defects and construction…
Bidding Requirements for Construction and Repair Contracts in North Carolina Part 2
In part one of this four-part series, a Charlotte contractor lawyer from Cotney Attorneys &…
Bidding Requirements for Construction and Repair Contracts in North Carolina Part 1
The specific bidding requirements for construction and repair contracts in the Tarheel State can be…
6 Ways a Construction Attorney Can Assist You With a Bid Protest Part 4
In this four-part series, a Charlotte bid protest lawyer is discussing several of the benefits…
Construction Law and Bankruptcy: Two Key Things to Know
The construction industry, like most if not at all industries, has been gravely affected by…
Common Questions About Construction Arbitration
When it comes to a construction dispute, you have several options for resolution. You may…
Can a Contractor Charge Additional Fees After Receiving Full Payment?
When contractors work on projects, much of their work is based on educated guesses. It’s…
Can Your Customer Require Your Workers to Be Vaccinated?
As health providers continue to roll out the COVID-19 vaccination, you may encounter a customer—such…
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Update
As you undoubtedly know, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 (FFCRA) was enacted…
When the U.S. Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act in…
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