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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.
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…
What to Do If Poor Infrastructure Results in OSHA Violations
citizen, infrastructure is important. The quality of roads, sewage, and the electrical grid are huge…
Everything You Should Know About NFPA 70E®, 2021 Edition
Millions of construction workers work with or near electricity and electrical equipment each day; however,…
Stay Ahead of OSHA With a Safety Audit and Inspection Program
With the Biden administration on the horizon, we can expect to see a number of…
OSHA Increases Workplace Safety Penalties
If your business has ever received a citation from OSHA, you know how costly a…
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…
4 Causes of Construction Disputes
Disputes are extremely common in the construction industry and serve to undermine the projects that…
4 Boring Techniques for Construction
The act of boring occurs when a person pierces something with “a turning or twisting…
3 Tennessee Mechanics Lien Follies
The mechanics lien is arguably the most important tool in a contractor’s arsenal when an…
7 Common Allegations Against Construction Professionals Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Nashville contractor attorneys at Cotney Attorneys &…
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Construction Unemployment at a Record Low. So What’s the Problem? Part 2
As we covered in part one, the construction industry is currently reaping the benefits of…
Construction Unemployment at a Record Low. So What’s the Problem? Part 1
The construction industry has a record low employment rate this year, as evidenced by the…
Boom or Bust: Florida’s Housing Market and the Construction Industry Part 2
Florida’s housing boom has lead to an increase in homebuilding and infrastructure construction. This boom…
Boom or Bust: Florida’s Housing Market and the Construction Industry Part 1
Florida has enjoyed unprecedented growth in its population and housing market, ensuring plenty of work…
Common Plumbing Problems on Completed Construction Projects Part 2
Every construction element, from roofs to concrete foundations to plumbing, must be executed flawlessly in…
Common Plumbing Problems on Completed Construction Projects Part 1
Plumbing is just one of the many facets of a construction project that can cause…
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…
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,…
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…
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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…
Safety Signs to Look for to Prevent Suicide in Construction Industry
The construction industry is a very physically demanding work environment that often has stoic employees…
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…
8 Defects That Lead to a Dispute in the Sunshine State
Construction companies, home builders, and contractors can be held responsible for any defects found on…
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…
Drafting An Abandonment Clause
In a construction contract, the abandonment clause can have a few different meanings, making it…
Autonomous Technology Addressing Labor Shortage in the Construction Industry
By this point, you’re probably well aware that the construction industry is facing a labor…
COVID-19: Managing Employees With Pre-Existing Conditions
As Phase 1 of Florida’s reopening plan is now underway, employers are beginning to transition…
An In-Depth Look at Florida’s Right to Repair Laws
Right now, you probably have enough on your plate without having to worry about being…
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….
Prepare Your Business for Potential Shutdowns in Washington
With the increasing number of COVID-19 cases throughout Washington state, roofing companies must prepare in…
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