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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…
How a New Immigration Bill Could Impact Employment
Shortly after his January 20 inauguration, President Biden quickly signed several executive orders and made…
How the PRO Act Could Affect Construction
On February 4, Democratic lawmakers introduced the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act to…
If you live in Washington state, you are likely familiar with WISHA and its guidelines….
Historic Zoning Demolition Permit and Delay
According to the Metro Government of Nashville & Davidson County, Tennessee, the Historic Zoning Commission…
Florida Contractors Should Know About These Unique Roofing Laws
The Sunshine State’s thunderstorms, hurricanes, and inclement weather are so frequent and destructive that lawmakers…
Texas Prohibits Roofers from Waiving Deductibles…Again
Due to frequent hail storms and a lack of oversight, Texas homeowners have to contend…
License Requirements for Tennessee Contractors Part 2
Working without a contractor’s license in the State of Tennessee is both risky and ill-advised….
License Requirements for Tennessee Contractors Part 1
In Tennessee, licensing requirements for contractors vary depending on a project’s value. This includes the…
3 Types of North Carolina Construction Bonds
There are many types of construction bonds that are utilized by construction professionals in the…
5 Important General Contractor Duties
Although every contractors’ workload is distinct from their colleagues and competitors, there are an array…
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Common Reasons Why Contractors Seek the Counsel of a Jacksonville Construction Lawyer Part 1
A lawyer can be a powerful ally for a contractor that is focused on growing…
Combating Sexual Harassment in the Construction Industry Part 2
The construction industry is known for praising bravado while downplaying talk of inequality and “PC…
Combating Sexual Harassment in the Construction Industry Part 1
There has recently been an unprecedented focus on addressing sexual harassment, especially in the workplace….
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 2
Senate Bill 324 is designed to eliminate some common areas of contention in the Tennessee…
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 1
Tennessee Senator Jack Johnson is attempting to push through Senate Bill 324 (HB271), which will…
Are Demand Letters Really Effective?
No contractor wants to find themselves entangled in a long, drawn-out lawsuit with an owner…
The State of Immigration in the U.S.
The state of immigration in the United States has changed due to the outbreak of…
Understanding OSHA’s Reporting Guidelines for COVID-19 Infections
As many states experience an increased rate of COVID-19 infections, construction jobsites need to have…
Acknowledging the Impact Veterans Have on the Construction Industry
This Fourth of July, Cotney Attorneys & Consultants would like to take a moment to…
Construction in Colorado Pushes Ahead Despite the COVID-19 Pandemic
Construction in Colorado and Denver, the state capital, has pushed ahead despite the many challenges…
Construction Employment Rebounds After Historic Job Loss
April 2020 was not kind to the construction industry. The month of April saw the…
Construction in Jacksonville Remained Strong During Pandemic
The past few months have been some of the toughest in recent memory for construction…
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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…
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…
Drafting a Joint Venture Agreement
If you’ve decided that collaborating with another company to compete in today’s newly flourishing construction…
Drafting A Change Order Provision
A change order that takes place during a construction project is one of the more…
Does Your Contract Need An Indemnity Clause?
In the construction industry, an indemnity clause is one of the most negotiated and disputed…
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….
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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