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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.
Why Prefabrication May Be the Future of Construction
On January 29th, North America’s leading provider of commercial construction project data and market forecasting…
How to Navigate Arbitration, Mediation, and Litigation with Government Contracts
Construction dispute claims can be difficult with any project. But when you are working on…
Tips to Avoid Disputes on Multiple-Owner Projects
When working on a project where they may be multiple owners, you may find handling…
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…
3 Questions Every Contractor Should Ask When a Dispute Arises
When a dispute arises, whether the result of an owner refusing to pay, a defective…
6 Excuses Employers Make For Violating Wage and Hour Laws Part 2
Some employers deliberately withhold earnings from their workforce. Others do it accidentally. Regardless of their…
When are Roofing Contractors Required to Wear Hard Hats?
Many roofers may find wearing a hard hat unnecessary, especially during summer days when working…
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…
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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…
Be Mindful of Tennessee Law While Operating With an Emergency Contractor’s License
More so than many other states, Tennessee has been hit hard this past couple of…
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…
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…
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Take Precautions to Avoid Electrocution on the Job
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration, OSHA, cited…
Nail Gun Injuries Are Common, Take Precautions
Nail guns are a great way to increase productivity on a construction job and are…
Working in a Flood Zone Can Be Perilous
Construction crews can find themselves in perilous situations following floods due to heavy rains, hurricanes,…
8 Considerations For New Construction Companies
As reported by Forbes, 20 percent of small businesses fail in their first year, with…
Are Roofing Insurance and General Liability Insurance the Same Thing?
When conversations turn from construction to insurance, it’s normal to feel out of your element….
7 Varieties of Roof Safety Systems
Although roof safety systems can seem like an expensive obligation, it’s always smart to invest….
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…
COVID-Related HR Issues to Consider
If you are like most companies, you have spent the last several months trying to protect your…
Using Technology to Improve Construction Site Safety
We all know that construction sites can be dangerous places. Falls, fires, and equipment malfunctions…
Construction Law and Bankruptcy: Two Key Things to Know
The construction industry, like most if not at all industries, has been gravely affected by…
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