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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.
How Our Customers Will Benefit From Our Services
We have custom solutions that are designed to help you overcome all obstacles. Our custom…
Identify, Communicate, and Resolve Issues Efficiently with Smartsheet Solutions
As Thanksgiving approaches and Christmas is just around the corner, so too is your year-end….
5 Reasons to Hire A Roofing Business Consultant
Even when your business is prospering, it is crucial to hire a business consultant. 2020…
COVID-19 and Technology Necessities for Roofing Industry
“FOR A BUSINESS TO SURVIVE, IT MUST GROW AND ACQUIRE NEW OPPORTUNITIES.” The year 2020…
Using Smartsheet to Build Business Success in Roofing
Overview of the Smartsheet Platform Smartsheet is a cloud-based work platform that has a familiar…
Using KPIs and OKRs in Your Business Strategy
One of the most frequently asked questions I get by contractors is, what should my…
Common Reasons for License Suspension
There are countless reasons why a roofing contractor may lose their license. From failing to…
3 Types of Roofing Construction Delays
When a team of construction professionals takes on a new roofing project, the contractor at…
4 Important Oregon Safe Employment Act Rules for Contractors
The State of Oregon enacted the Oregon Safe Employment Act two years after the Occupational…
5 Reasons Why Subcontractors Should Hire a Lawyer to Review Their Contracts Part 2
When the time comes to sign your next construction contract, are you taking the time…
5 Reasons Why Subcontractors Should Hire a Lawyer to Review Their Contracts Part 1
Our Denver construction lawyers have said it time and time again: contracts are the lifeblood…
4 Reasons Your Workers are Walking Away from the Construction Industry
No matter what industry you work in, getting your employees to sustain a feeling of…
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Avoid These Two Common Mechanics Lien Mistakes
If you are owed payment, the mechanics lien is a common tool to utilize. Before…
Common Invoice Mistakes That All Contractors Should Avoid
Nothing will derail a construction project quite like a payment dispute. While you can’t stave…
Affirmative Action: How Contractors Can Remain Compliant on Federal Construction Projects
Contractors and subcontractors working in the construction industry have a myriad of federal regulations that…
A Look at Our Nation’s Highways Part 2
In part one of this two-part article, we discussed the current state of America’s highways…
A Look at Our Nation’s Highways Part 1
While highways and roads make up only a portion of our nation’s vast infrastructure, they…
Builder Beware: 4 Common Construction Deficiencies
There are many types of construction defects; some latent, others patent. Defects can occur at…
Chicago Industrial Construction Reaches Record High Despite Pandemic
On July 27, 2020, Illinois announced 1,231 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, delivering the Prairie…
Construction Firms Faced With Coronavirus-Related OSHA Citations & Stop Work Orders
As of May 26th, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt reported…
When to Hire a Greensboro Construction Attorney
Despite work being done in good faith, many contractors face allegations that they simply should…
Two Types of Cases a Charlotte Contractor License Defense Lawyer Can Handle
It can be somewhat daunting deciding when and why to seek help from a contractor…
Can OSHA impose COVID-19 Guidelines?
With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise throughout the United States, we have grown accustomed to…
Employers in Washington should be aware of upcoming changes in safety rules established by the…
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Mental Health in the Workplace
For human resources professionals, addressing mental health issues in the workplace has always been important….
Combatting Rising Prices on Construction Projects
In recent months, the supply chain crisis has impacted businesses worldwide, and the construction industry…
The Risks of Using Employees’ Biometric Information
As new technology continues to evolve, it is easy to become intrigued with new options…
4 Questions Contractors Have During Uncertain Times
Regardless of the size of your business or your location, if you work in construction,…
12 Common Questions Employers Have About the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
With the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) across the country, construction employers have been…
Construction Creditors and The Possible Rise in Bankruptcy Filings
The current COVID-19 pandemic brings a level of uncertainty to industries throughout the United States….
Dealing With Change After Drafting a Contract
When you think of a construction project, it is likely you won’t visualize a perfectly…
Drafting a Teaming Agreement Part 2
Entering a teaming agreement is a valuable way for independent parties to profit from government…
Drafting a Teaming Agreement Part 1
If you are considering teaming with another firm to pursue a government contract, you must…
COVID-19 and Workers’ Compensation in Construction
It’s no secret that the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has provided a lot…
Creating an Internal Traffic Control Plan
Construction sites present a variety of risks. From operating dangerous machinery to working alongside massive…
Creating a Safety Plan for Highway Construction Projects
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently announced exciting plans to accelerate transportation projects throughout the Sunshine State,…
Common Infrastructure Legal Mistakes to Avoid
Keeping Labor Department Citations Out of the News
In recent years, various branches of the Labor Department have been in the habit of distributing negative news releases about businesses that have received citations. If your…
3 Strategies for Managing the New Minimum Wage
On Election Day 2020, Florida voters passed Amendment 2, which raises the minimum wage in…
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