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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 Contractors Can Utilize PPP Loans for Employees to Avoid Construction Disputes and Shutdowns
During COVID-19 shutdowns, outbreaks, and an influx of OSHA regulations that have caused a number…
The Ins-and-Outs of Arbitration
When crafting a contract, you may find yourself questioning whether including an arbitration clause is…
Why Previously Unfinished Projects Can Be a Contractor’s Best Opportunity
If you live or work in Orlando, you’ve likely seen the building dubbed the “I-4…
Permanent vs. Semi-Permanent Structures: How to Navigate Permits for Any Building Type
When setting up any type of building permit, there are many different elements you may…
What You Should Know About a Miller Act Notice
Government projects are different from regular construction projects in that they must function differently because…
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…
Roofing Contractors at Risk of Skin Cancer
Roofing contractors in the Sunshine State are at an increased risk of developing skin cancer…
How to Prevent the Leading Causes of Death Among Roofing Contractors Part 2
While falls may be the leading cause of death among roofers, there are other substantial…
8 Terms Related to Construction Liens That Every Contractor in North Carolina Should Know
Every state has unique requirements for contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers that want to enforce…
6 Common Reasons Contractors Need a License Defense Attorney
If you’re a contractor, architect, or builder and a licensing complaint is made against you…
3 Important Facts About Retainage in Tennessee
Are you familiar with the concept of retainage? As a contractor working in the Volunteer…
7 Attributes of Successful Contractors
Does it ever feel like success is just beyond your grasp? Don’t worry, you’re not…
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Alabama’s Two Mechanic’s Liens Part 2
As we discussed in part one of this two-part series, contractors in Alabama have to…
Alabama’s Two Mechanic’s Liens Part 1
The mechanic’s lien is one of the most powerful tools that a contractor can employ…
Construction Lawyers and Retainer Agreements
Construction firms should consider having a Nashville construction dispute lawyer on retainer. In this brief…
Raising Roads to Combat Sea Level Rise
Rising sea levels are threatening South Florida, and its roadways may soon be underwater unless…
Defects in Steel-Reinforced Concrete Bridges
Transportation systems are crucial for our economy and the general well-being of our society. Unfortunately,…
Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger: Accelerated Bridge Construction
Accelerated bridge construction is an important innovation in horizontal construction that allows contractors to erect…
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…
All Small Construction Businesses Can Apply for a Loan Through the Paycheck Protection Program
With the passing of the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act,…
OSHA on Isolating Workers Who Show Symptoms of COVID-19
For the time being, construction companies remain essential businesses throughout the state of Florida. In…
Do Contractors Have to Record Cases of COVID-19?
As construction remains an essential business throughout the state of Florida, contractors will most likely…
On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) was enacted into…
The Importance of Compliance with OSHA’s Lead Standard
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) identified 6,160 cases of blood lead…
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Are You Following OSHA’s New COVID-19 Guidelines?
As the Delta variant proliferates and new cases of COVID-19 are on the rise, you…
Many construction projects require excavation, a job that can be dangerous if safety precautions are…
Use an OSHA Inspection Prep List
Nobody’s going to give your company prior warning before the Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
3 Questions Every Contractor Should Consider Before They Sign a Contract
We’ve said it a thousand times before and we will say it again: the construction…
Contractors have a lot to look forward to in 2020. The industry will likely continue…
The 2 Most Important Aspects of Any Roofing Project
When it comes to roofing projects, an ardent dedication to quality builds is necessary for…
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COVID-19: Answering Construction Firms Most Pressing Employment Questions About the Pandemic
By now, everyone is aware of the significant impact the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) is having…
Common Construction Defects in Florida
A construction defect is any flaw in the design, workmanship, or materials of a structure…
COVID-19: Preventing Workplace Exposure in Construction
As many workplaces around the world close their doors in an attempt to prevent the…
The State of Contingent Payment Clauses in Indiana
Contingent payment clauses are provisions in contracts which state that the roofing contractor will only…
Common Questions About Construction Arbitration
When it comes to a construction dispute, you have several options for resolution. You may…
Can a Contractor Charge Additional Fees After Receiving Full Payment?
When contractors work on projects, much of their work is based on educated guesses. It’s…
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