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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.
Repair or Replace? Understanding the Economic Waste Doctrine
One critical aspect of breach of contract litigation is the computation of damages. Typically, courts…
Looking Ahead: Construction Technology Trends to Watch Out for in 2021
The engineering and construction industry rang in 2020 on a high note, employing more than…
What Is Strict Liability in Construction Law?
Liability is an important part of construction contracts. Strict liability applies to the construction industry…
Prevalence of Unsubstantiated Claims
Your Legal Options for Differing Site Conditions
Differing site conditions (DSC) on a construction project can create significant problems for the construction…
Force Majeure in the Construction Industry
Maintaining Trust During Storm Season
Storm season is coming and with it a bevy of unlicensed and unscrupulous contractors preying…
3 Ways to Lose Your Lien Rights Early On in Tennessee
Any construction attorney in Brentwood, TN, will give a contractor the same answer when asked…
6 Reasons Why Bid Protests Occur Part 2
Although there are countless reasons why a bid protest occurs, in this two-part article Birmingham…
6 Reasons Why Bid Protests Occur Part 1
If you are looking to secure lucrative government projects, the next step is to place…
7 Types of Tennessee Contractor Licenses Part 2
In Tennessee, there are several different types of contractor licenses available. They depend on the…
7 Types of Tennessee Contractor Licenses Part 1
Tennessee has several types of contractor licenses which can make the bidding and licensing process…
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Is Your Construction Company Working on These Transportation Projects? Part 1
There are many lucrative opportunities to work on exciting government projects. In this six-part article,…
Construction Defects: Landscape and Soil Defects
If a construction defect is found, it can severely impact a contractor’s business. Any condition…
Construction Defects: 4 Causes of Foundation Failure
Because Florida’s water table is generally close to the surface, there is often a seasonal…
Breach of Contract Claims: Affirmative Defenses and Counterclaims
As a contractor, you know disagreements can happen in the construction industry. At times those…
Contending With Cancer in the Construction Industry Part 2
Maintaining a safe and healthy project site is a challenge that contractors are forced to…
Contending With Cancer in the Construction Industry Part 1
The construction industry has made considerable strides to protect the health and safety of workers….
When to Contact an OSHA Defense Lawyer
When your construction jobsite is handling claims, inspections, or citations from the Occupational Safety and…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created to protect employees from preventable injuries…
Anticipatory Breach of a Construction Contract: What Is It?
The anticipatory breach of a construction contract can have significant ramifications for your company, regardless…
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…
Addressing the Coronavirus in Boston
As COVID-19 begins to spread throughout the U.S., federal, state and local governments have instituted…
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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…
Legal Tips for Every Construction Site
Construction sites are valuable places. They employ highly skilled workers and require a wide range of expensive, specialized equipment….
Follow Scaffolding Safety Checklist
Scaffolding safety is a subject that must be taken very seriously. Both the equipment and…
5 Tips for Keeping Disputes Out of Court
The average cost and length of a North American construction dispute are $16.3 million and…
6 Ways to Protect Your Company During a Construction Claim
No matter how carefully you run projects, it’s only a matter of time until you…
3 Things Construction Firms Can Be Thankful For This Year
As Memphis construction attorneys, we often cover many of the most pressing and stressful issues…
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Could the Coronavirus Impact the Construction Industry?
Everyone is on edge wondering where the coronavirus (COVID-19) is heading, especially those in the…
Common Myths About Stop-Work Orders and Workers Compensation
Operating a construction site without workers’ compensation coverage is against the law in Florida. It…
Asheville’s Take on Affordable Housing
The city of Asheville has taken a renewed interest in providing residents with affordable housing….
Can Construction Defects Be Claimed on Insurance?
When a construction defect occurs, it can be confusing and upsetting. A defect can occur…
Can My Company Be Held to Honor a Contract If It’s Underbid?
It’s extremely difficult to create an estimate or bid that accurately predicts exactly what the…
Construction Law Resources to Rely On
Construction law can be difficult for people to grasp if they have not been trained…
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