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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.
Wage and Hour Compliance Issues Continue to Surge With the Rise of Remote Work
While millions of Americans already telecommuted and worked remotely prior to COVID-19, the pandemic has…
Indiana Construction Lien Law: Common Construction Lien Errors
Any construction professionals operating in the State of Indiana need to have a firm understanding…
Protections That a COVID-19 Liability Shield Can Provide
Operating a company, school, or other business interest during the COVID-19 pandemic can be risky….
What Contractors Should Know About the Miller Act
If you are a government contractor or supplier, you have likely heard of the Miller Act….
Changes to Women-Owned Small Business Certification
Throughout the United States, businesswomen benefit from Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification. This certification allows qualified small businesses…
What the New Drug Laws Mean for Your Company
Following the U.S. election on November 3, 2020, ballot counts in the presidential and some senatorial races were very close….
10 Signs of a Bad Subcontractor Part 5
Although it’s never a completely avoidable scenario, you should always perform your due diligence and…
10 Signs of a Bad Subcontractor Part 4
At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, our Clearwater construction attorneys understand that there are a variety…
10 Signs of a Bad Subcontractor Part 3
In this six-part series, the St. Petersburg construction lawyers at Cotney Attorneys & Consultants are…
10 Signs of a Bad Subcontractor Part 2
As a general contractor, you have to perform quality work, meet deadlines, and rely on…
10 Signs of a Bad Subcontractor Part 1
If you are a general contractor, you know that you are only as good as…
“ICE” Age: Best Practice Tips for I-9 Compliance
In the past couple of years, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) has been…
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Colorado Springs Construction Defect Attorney
Partner with a Knowledgeable Colorado Springs Construction Defect Attorney Construction defects can arise on a…
Application Tips for Vertical Underlayment Installations Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Tallahassee construction law attorneys at Cotney Attorneys…
Application Tips for Vertical Underlayment Installations Part 1
The construction industry is constantly evolving. Today’s construction professionals utilize new materials and techniques to…
5 Exceptions to Competitive Procurement Requirements in North Carolina
As a contractor, you’re likely familiar with the bidding process for government projects in the…
Contract Considerations for Construction Design Professionals Part 2
As more contractors take on their own design work, they need to make new considerations…
Contract Considerations for Construction Design Professionals Part 1
Many contractors are taking on roles related to design in their own projects. Unfortunately, these…
What’s the Best Time to Contact a Chicago Construction Dispute Attorney?
Although the global average cost of a construction dispute lowered in 2019, the average length…
The Services Provided by a Chicago Construction Law Attorney
Construction companies have to contend with a number of problems within the industry. Some of…
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…
The Benefits of Partnering With a Chicago Construction Attorney
As a contractor, there are numerous legal services that you will need throughout your career….
Protect Your Construction Business with a Chicago Construction Lawyer
As construction businesses expand their operations in the Windy City, chances are that they will…
Navigating Through Construction Projects with a Chicago Bid Protest Attorney
The majority of construction work requires firms to participate in a bid process. As construction…
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Using Your Contracts to Combat the Supply Chain Crisis
Whether you are buying groceries, ordering shingles, or trying to purchase a new home, you…
Vaccine Approval Could Lead to Mandates
When the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced official approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine…
Last year changed a lot of things in this world, including the way construction companies…
5 Tips for Negotiating Superior Contracts
There is arguably no greater measure of a project’s potential for success than the contract…
3 Surety Organizations Every Contractor Needs to Know
Surety bonds are an integral part of the construction industry, especially for projects funded by…
7 Bid Blunders Construction Firms Don’t Want to Make
If you want to own a successful construction firm, you may be interested in getting…
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Can My Workers Listen to Music on the Project Site?
Your workers are tasked with performing physically exhausting activities on a daily basis. They work…
Challenges Contractors Face When Building in Humid Climates
Humidity in Florida can be stifling. With an average relative humidity of 74.5 percent (#2…
Construction Waste: More Than Debris
The construction industry’s ability to generate massive amounts of waste would be a rather impressive…
In construction projects of any kind, communication is key to making sure tasks are completed…
Safety Challenges Associated With Working On Communication Towers
If it seems as if communication and broadcast towers are sprouting up out of neighborhoods,…
Government of Ontario Introduces Massive Infrastructure Spending Bill
In a press release issued last week, Doug Ford’s government introduced a proposed spending bill…
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