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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 to Avoid Breach of Contract on a Construction Project
The contract that you signed at the beginning of your construction project outlines everything that…
Most Common Causes for Litigation in Construction Law
Any company involved in construction faces a reasonable chance of being involved in litigation. The…
How to Sue a Subcontractor for Breach of Contract
The majority of the work that you do with subcontractors goes well. There is an…
Possible Impact of Stimulus Programs on the Construction Industry
Like many other industries, the construction industry is struggling to keep going. The past decade…
What Is an Early Offer of Settlement for Public Works Contracts?
When working on a public works project, there is a chance that you will be…
Tips to Prevent Harassment in Construction Workplaces
Construction sites can be stressful, but one type of stress that people shouldn’t have to…
The Texas Roofing Registration Bill has Died
Hurricane Harvey absolutely devastated southern Texas just a couple of years ago, causing widespread flooding…
It’s well-documented that the roof is one of the most important factors when it comes…
Innovations in Asphalt Roofing
While it might seem like asphalt roofing applications are relatively limited, the opposite is actually…
Florida Roofers and Insurance Fraud
Devastating storms and hurricanes have forced many Florida homeowners to contend with fraudulent roofing contractors….
5 Tips for Filing a Mechanic’s Lien in North Carolina
Due to the state-specific deadlines and filing requirements, utilizing a mechanic’s lien in the State…
6 Mistakes Contractors Make When They Write Their Own Demand Letter Part 2
As the old adage goes, “a man who represents himself has a fool for a…
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Conflicts of Interest on Construction Projects Part 1
Everyone involved in a construction project has a vested interest in seeing the project through…
Avoiding Electronic Payment Disputes in the Construction Industry
In an increasingly digital age, the use of electronic payments is becoming more and more…
The larger a project is, the greater the chance of a dispute arising. As more…
In parts one and two of this four-part series, the Miami construction litigation attorneys at…
Megaprojects present contractors with the unique opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and commercial projects…
The recent surge in “megaprojects” across the nation isn’t just a phase. These behemoth construction…
Colorado’s Multi-Industry Construction Guidance
As many states allow their stay-at-home orders to expire, Colorado has entered into a new…
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….
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…
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Workers’ Compensation Insurance 101
If you are an employer, you likely have heard about workers’ compensation insurance and how…
Why You Should Update Your Handbook Regularly
Many companies create an employee handbook, print copies, post it online, and then never think…
As you probably know, a contract outlines what you are responsible for on a construction…
Fall Prevention vs. Fall Arrest
Fall-related injuries and fatalities occur most often in the construction industry, and out of all…
4 Questions Every Roofer Should Ask Themselves Before Signing a Contract
Every contract you enter into has the potential to decide the course of a project….
New AI Endorsements – Automatic Status for Completed Operations
The Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO) recently released 92 new and 42 revised endorsements for…
Enforcing An Arbitration Clause in a Construction Contract
Every contractor is familiar with arbitration, settling a dispute outside of court with a neutral…
Elements That Make a Contract Unenforceable
When you enter a contract, a legally binding agreement, all parties involved are expected to…
Florida Law and Contract Termination
Before beginning a construction project, all parties must come to a mutual agreement on the…
Contractors in Hard-Hit Tennessee Struggle to Repair Tornado Damage Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
From March 2-3, a powerful storm hit Middle Tennessee, bringing with it tornadoes with wind…
Advice for Contractors About the Paycheck Protection Program
If you were fortunate enough to receive relief funds through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)…
Creating a Crisis Management Plan for COVID-19
As Florida residents continue to follow the statewide state-at-home order, most businesses have either moved…
Can Liens Be Issued for Government-Owned Property?
A changing economy is pushing more construction companies to do work for governments. There is…
Protect Your Workers or Face OSHA Citations
A recent report released by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration reveals that many companies fall short in training and protecting employees with the right…
When the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is contacted by a whistleblower, it can…
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