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Steel Shortage in South Africa
It is common knowledge that there is a shortage of steel supply in South Africa….
What Is Causing Material Delays and Price Increases?
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us felt the volatile effects of…
South Africa’s Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP)
It is no secret that one of South Africa’s biggest concerns in relation to development…
How to Grow a Construction Business – 3 Major Tips
Just running the day-to-day operations of how to grow a construction business is a huge…
How to Start Your Construction Business
Passion for the construction business industry is typically what steers someone to start their own…
The Importance of An Arbitration Agreement is in The Details
When writing an arbitration agreement, it is important to ensure that the provisions of the…
Raising the Roof: Important Considerations for Professional Roofers
As a professional roofing contractor, it’s important to understand that bad roofing decisions can cost…
Everything Contractors in Tennessee Should Know About the 20-Factor IRS Test
Effective January 1, 2020, the Volunteer State will adopt the same 20-factor test performed by…
2 Common Construction Defect Defenses in Tennessee
Construction defects are among the most common sources of litigation in the construction industry. While…
3 Valuable Construction Contract Services to Help You Boost Profits
In the construction industry, contracts are king, so it’s imperative that all contractors approach new…
3 Contract-Related Questions to Ask Before Signing
Without contracts keeping contractors and owners on the same page and ensuring that their distinct…
5 Essential Policies for Your Employee Handbook
Your employee handbook is an important document that helps establish consistent rules and expectations for…
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Avoid These Construction Contract Tricks and Loopholes
If an item is omitted from a contract or the language is vague, this can…
Breach of Contract and Construction
When a binding agreement is not honored, this is considered a breach of contract. In…
Are Payment Clauses Featured in Your Construction Contract?
In some cases, a crucial contract clause is omitted. In other cases, the contract language…
Consult a Construction Defect Attorney Before Exercising Your Right to Repair
Construction defects are among the most common and costly sources of disputes in the construction…
Are You Facing Steep Sanctions?
If a government agency contacts your business and warns you that you may be “facing…
Are You Ready to Secure More Government Contracts? Follow These Tips
The federal government and state governments award billions in construction contracts to construction businesses every…
Construction Defects on Mortgaged Homes
Construction defects are always a problem for construction companies. However, changes in legislation have changed…
Characteristics of Troublesome Construction Clients
In the construction business, you meet all kinds of clients. Most clients are easy to…
Common Roadblocks in Commercial Construction
A successful construction contractor knows and understands that it’s not uncommon for complications to arise…
Risks of Not Hiring an OSHA Defense Lawyer
Any time you get an OSHA citation, you have the option of challenging that citation….
Five Reasons to Hire A Jacksonville Construction Attorney
According to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGCA), the construction industry is on the…
Colorado COVID-19 Guidelines for Roofers
By Attorney Ryan Markham The COVID-19 pandemic has many Colorado roofers wondering what they must…
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Steps to Take for Workplace Suicide Prevention
While work can fill one with personal confidence and can be great for mental health,…
Avoid Most Common OSHA Pitfalls
Construction sites are one of the places most plagued with OSHA violations, so it is…
Don’t Slack on HR Documentation
HR documents perform a vital role for every business in recording employment information. Face it,…
$1 Billion Turnpike Project Shelved in Orange County
Orange County has lost what could have been a vital infrastructure project in the form…
3 Types of Disputes an Indianapolis Construction Dispute Attorney Can Help With
In an industry known for tight profit margins, strict deadlines, and high expectations, construction disputes…
4 Ways an Indianapolis Construction Attorney Can Protect Your Business
If you own a construction business in the Hoosier State, you may be wondering what…
Everything You Need to Know About Bid Protests Part 2
As we discussed in the last section, there are many nuances to bid protests that…
Everything You Need to Know About Bid Protests Part 1
At Cotney Construction Law, our Orlando construction lawyers help contractors procure government projects through the…
Critical Provisions for Residential Contracts
When entering a residential contract, it is crucial that you have your contract reviewed by…
Alberta Infrastructure Spending Boost
In news that will be music to the ears of Alberta’s struggling economy, the Premier…
Accused of Contracting Without a License? A Columbia, SC, License Defense Attorney Can Help
Operating without a contractor’s license in the state of South Carolina is a serious offense…
Acknowledging the Impact Veterans Have on the Construction Industry
This Fourth of July, Cotney Attorneys & Consultants would like to take a moment to…
Bankruptcy and Current Construction Projects
With the world going into years of financial problems, there is a chance that your…
If you live in Washington state, you are likely familiar with WISHA and its guidelines….
Five Considerations for a Renewable Energy PPP
As you likely know, a public-private partnership (PPP or P3) is a contract between a…
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