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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.
Using KPIs and OKRs in Your Business Strategy
One of the most frequently asked questions I get by contractors is, what should my…
Understanding Your Rights for Construction Contract Termination
Once you have signed a contract, you may feel that both parties are stuck honoring…
How to Build Stronger Legal Contracts
Your legal contract governs the scope of work and each party’s obligations for a construction…
Understanding Contract Errors or Omissions in Construction Contracts
Two of the most serious problems to deal with in construction contracts are errors and…
How to Compel Contractors and Clients to Comply With Contractual Obligations in Construction
In the best circumstances, contracts become more of a formality, and everyone honors their commitments…
How OSHA May Change Under a Biden Administration
During his campaign for presidency, Joe Biden made it clear that making changes to the…
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…
3 Important Distinctions Between Litigation and Arbitration
When it comes to disputes in the construction industry, figuring out the best method for…
When Can Arbitration Be Utilized to Settle a Dispute?
Arbitration is an informal process that can be used to settle disputes without the need…
5 Questions to Consider Before Filing a Bid Protest
The decision to protest a bid is an important one that can have long-lasting ramifications…
7 Tips for Contractors Who Want to Retain Good Workers
For many contractors, it feels like the labor shortage has been around since their first…
4 Characteristics of an Effective Mediator
While disputes in the construction industry have a tendency to escalate to a court of…
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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…
Employers in Washington should be aware of upcoming changes in safety rules established by the…
When are Contractors Entitled to Payment in Washington? – Construction Contracts and Statutes
Contractors, and particularly subcontractors, face the risk of nonpayment on virtually every project they take…
Construction Costs Dip for the First Time in a Decade
Just last month, we discussed that measures of construction activity based on construction worker hours…
Alberta Infrastructure Spending Boost
In news that will be music to the ears of Alberta’s struggling economy, the Premier…
How to Contest an OSHA Citation
It’s not uncommon for contractors to be met with a surprise visit from the Occupational…
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…
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Plumbers Need to Know How to Prevent Safety Obstacles
Plumbers – they unclog toilets and drain pipes, right? Well, as every plumber knows, there…
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…
5 Tips for Navigating Your Way Through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
If you were fortunate enough to receive funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic…
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…
Enforcing Liquidated Damages Clauses Part 1
Liquidated damages clauses are used to protect one party in the event that another party…
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…
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….
Common Causes of Construction Litigation
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…
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