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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.
Protect Your Roofing Company From Internal and External Threats with a Risk Assessment
By its very nature, running a roofing business comes with risk. Especially with the spread…
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…
Key Characteristics of Public-Private Partnerships Part 1
Public-private partnerships, otherwise known as P3s or PPPs, are contractual arrangements formed between a private-sector…
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…
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An Introduction to the Litigation Process Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Miami contractor attorneys at Cotney Attorneys &…
An Introduction to the Litigation Process Part 1
According to the Cornell Law School, litigation is “the process of resolving disputes by filing…
Coming to Terms with Significant Construction Defects
Defects are common in the construction industry, but the majority of these defects are insignificant…
Can You Afford a $19 Million Dispute?
The Eighth Annual Arcadis Global Construction Disputes Report 2018 revealed a shocking statistic related to…
Allocating Risk With Your Construction Contract
A well-written construction contract can be the deciding factor between a smoothly run project and…
Common Reasons Why Contractors Seek the Counsel of a Jacksonville Construction Lawyer Part 2
There are many reasons why a contractor decides to seek the counsel of a Jacksonville…
Impact of OSHA Violations on Upcoming Construction Projects
Receiving an OSHA violation can have a significant impact on your current and upcoming construction…
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…
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On August 26, 2021, the Florida Supreme Court, on its own motion, amended the Florida…
Manufacturer Warranty Price Increase Provision
With the recent news that manufacturers were raising the prices of warranties, a provision is…
Vaccine Mandates Proves Difficult for Warehouses During Hiring Crunch
At a time when there is a real labor crunch for warehouse workers, a federal…
What Contractors Should Know About Blue Roof Contracts
Roofing contractors selling tarps as temporary repairs must take the necessary precautions to protect themselves…
Preventing Falls During Residential Roof Repair
Many roofing contractors choose to grow their roofing business by repairing roof damage, such as…
4 Tips For Creating an Effective Return to Work Program
With expected absenteeism over the next month due to the COVID-19 pandemic, construction businesses are…
Drafting a Strong Roofing Contractor Agreement Part 1
As a roofing contractor, presenting yourself as an established customer-focused professional is the surest way…
Does Your Contract Need a Lien Law Disclosure?
Lien laws are extremely complex and changes to these laws occur frequently so it’s important…
Enforcing Liquidated Damages Clauses Part 2
In Part 1 of our article we discussed the benefits of a liquidated damages clause…
COVID-19 Could Increase Demand for Multifamily Construction in Suburbs
In this editorial, we’ll discuss how the fallout from COVID-19 could intensify an ongoing demographic…
Accused of Contracting Without a License? An Indianapolis License Defense Attorney Can Help
Indiana contractor licensing is not regulated at the state level. Instead, contractors are required to…
Colorado’s Multi-Industry Construction Guidance
As many states allow their stay-at-home orders to expire, Colorado has entered into a new…
Cotney Construction Law and Cotney Consulting Group Unite as Cotney
Tampa, Florida, February 1, 2021 – Cotney Construction Law and Cotney Consulting Group announced today that…
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Update
As you undoubtedly know, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 (FFCRA) was enacted…
5 Ways Contractors Can Focus on Professional Development in Slow Times
Every business, including construction companies, has slow periods where business is light and there is…
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