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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.
Prepare Your Business for Potential Shutdowns in Washington
With the increasing number of COVID-19 cases throughout Washington state, roofing companies must prepare in…
Employers Can Require ‘Job-Related’ COVID-19 Test
Indiana roofing contractors who believe one of their employees have been exposed to COVID-19 can legally request a COVID-19 test before the employee can…
3 Housekeeping Rules For a Safe and Tidy Construction Site
Construction sites can be incredibly hectic, with multiple workers carrying on different but simultaneous tasks….
Everything You Need to Know About Vibration Hazards On Your Jobsite
Every day, millions of employees in the construction industry are exposed to vibration at work…
Getting a Handle on Hand Protection
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 1 million workers are treated in…
Tips to Protect Your Construction Jobsite This Winter
Construction work is already one of the most dangerous occupations, and winter weather can make…
Growing Your Business with Minor Roof Repairs Part 2
As a roofing contractor, you’re constantly balancing a workload split between lucrative projects that will…
Growing Your Business with Minor Roof Repairs Part 1
Replacing a roof can cost thousands of dollars. Although most property owners know that their…
Residential Roofing Trends in 2019
The lessons of 2018 have heavily influenced the roofing trends of 2019. Fire, tornadoes, hurricanes,…
4 Roofing Tools to Increase Employee Productivity
Everyone only gets 24 hours each day, and you know it’s essential to your business…
Well-written contracts are necessary to protect your legal rights as a contractor. Knowing what to…
As a contractor, you’re probably familiar with many types of construction contracts. Sometimes familiarity can…
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Testing the Limits of Tilt-Up Construction
According to the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, tilt-up construction is a specialized process in which slabs…
Construction Liens and Defects Provisions for Florida Construction Contracts
As a contractor in the Sunshine State, it’s important to be cognizant of the essential…
Building 3D-Printed Concrete Structures
Although 3D printers were first introduced in the 1980s, they have emerged as one of…
Analyzing West Palm’s Downtown Building Boom
West Palm Beach’s somewhat erratic growth over the last 100 years has resulted in millions…
An Overview of Smart City PDX Part 2
In part one of this two-part series covering Portland’s Smart City PDX initiative, the Portland…
An Overview of Smart City PDX Part 1
Portland, Oregon, has always been considered a forward-thinking city chock-full of people who want to…
Looking to Secure Payment? Consult a Chicago Construction Lien Attorney Today
If you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier in Illinois, and you’re owed payment from a…
How a Chicago Construction Arbitration Lawyer Will Work to Resolve Your Dispute
The average construction dispute in North America costs a whopping $16.3 million. This is more…
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…
The Pros and Cons of Becoming a Specialty Contractor
According to Engineering News-Record’s (ENR’s) 2019 Top 600 Specialty Contractors list, specialty contractors generated $135.20…
Naples Will Soon Be Home to a 55-Acre Mixed-Use Development
It seems like mixed-use projects are popping up everywhere. We previously covered Downtown Tampa’s Water…
Could the Coronavirus Impact the Construction Industry?
Everyone is on edge wondering where the coronavirus (COVID-19) is heading, especially those in the…
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Conducting Better Employee Performance Review During COVID-19
What a year we have had on which to grade employee performance. With so many…
Building a Winning Sales Culture
The sales culture of your company can make or break your business. Engraining a healthy…
Optimizing Talent in Uncertain Times
These are challenging times for both managers and employees, with so many working remotely, the…
Does Your Roofing Company Have a Drug-Free Workplace Policy?
Roofers face many dangers while working a physically demanding job at great heights and on…
Florida Roofing License Requirements and Penalties
Florida roofers, like all contractors, must be licensed to perform work. In this brief article,…
Pre-Screen Questions Homeowners Use When Selecting a Roofing Contractor
When working on residential roofing projects, it’s not uncommon to come into contact with a…
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Are Construction Companies Required to Give Maternity Leave?
Are construction companies required to give maternity leave? It’s an unusual question, one that construction…
Are Construction Defects Avoidable?
Like the Ghost of Christmas Past, construction defects can emerge from out of nowhere and…
Common Tax Mistakes Construction Companies Should Avoid
Tax season is upon us, and you know what that means. Construction companies across the…
Contractual Way to Fight COVID-19 Liability
In previous legal newsletters, we have provided waiver and release type language for COVID-19. However,…
Copyrights for Construction Photos
It is not uncommon for contractors to take photos of their work. After all, photos…
Changes to the Retainage Rates for Government (Public) Construction Projects
On September 18, 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 101, “An Act Relating to Public…
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