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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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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Construction and Demolition Wastes
There’s no avoiding waste on the project site. Every material and product being utilized on…
Is Your Construction Company Working on These Transportation Projects? Part 6
In this six-part article, a Raleigh construction attorney is providing contractors and subcontractors with valuable…
Is Your Construction Company Working on These Transportation Projects? Part 5
If you own a construction company and are considering ways to increase your bottom line,…
Is Your Construction Company Working on These Transportation Projects? Part 4
In parts one, two, and three of this six-part article, a construction lawyer in Wilmington,…
Is Your Construction Company Working on These Transportation Projects? Part 3
In this six-part article, a Greensboro contractor attorney is discussing many exciting opportunities for contractors…
Is Your Construction Company Working on These Transportation Projects? Part 2
In this six-part article, construction attorneys with a Raleigh construction law firm are discussing many…
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…
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…
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Nasdaq’s New Board Diversity Rule
In nearly every industry, leaders have recognized the need to practice diversity and inclusion on…
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…
6 Topics That Defined the Industry in 2019
Cotney Attorneys & Consultants is dedicated to keeping contractors informed on current events that are…
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….
Damages Clauses Within Construction Contracts
Due to all the variables involved, it is almost guaranteed that a construction project will…
Five Essential Elements of a Construction Contract
The details of a construction contract are critical to the success of a construction project….
Construction Companies Report Experiencing Supply Chain Disruptions Due to Coronavirus
As of the time of this writing, the World Health Organization (WHO’s) has just declared…
Accused of a Construction Defect? Speak with a Chicago Construction Defect Attorney
A construction defect can occur during any phase of a project, even years after a…
Accused of Contracting Without a License? You Need a Chicago License Defense Attorney
With the exception of roofers, Illinois contractors are not regulated by the state. They are…
Choosing a Spokesperson for Your OSHA Inspection
If you learn that OSHA will be inspecting your worksite, it is essential to have a game plan. Different issues could prompt 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…
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