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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.
Ways to Reduce Your Environmental Impact During Construction Projects
Environmentally friendly projects are a growing trend. These projects are called green projects, or sustainable…
Penalties for Hiring Undocumented Workers
As a contractor, hiring talented individuals is important. Unfortunately, there may be instances where the…
Hurricane Preparation for the Jobsite
Hurricane season is technically June 1 through November 30, but if 2020 is any indicator,…
How to Avoid Contract Disputes
Whether you are a seasoned contractor or are new to the industry, contract disputes are…
Construction is all about building and maintaining relationships. In construction, your name is your currency…
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…
A Guide to Construction Estimating Part 2
Cost estimators are essential to every construction project. Their accurate forecast of project costs is…
A Guide to Construction Estimating Part 1
Construction cost estimating is the process of forecasting the cost of a program, project, or…
5 Skills to Excel in Construction Management Part 2
Although construction management is rooted in traditional project management practices, unique skills and professional knowledge…
Hurricane Preparedness for Roofers
During hurricane season, homeowners and construction business owners alike must be sure that they are…
Finding New Leads for Roofing Contractors Part 1
Generating leads is an important aspect of any contracting business, especially for contractors who specialize…
Finding New Leads for Roofing Contractors Part 2
When business is slowing down and you’re not meeting your financial goals, it’s time to…
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Common Dangers Present on the Construction Site Part 1
Construction projects come with many challenges. Between investing in materials, leasing equipment, dealing with deadlines,…
Anti-Theft Tracking Devices and Construction Equipment Part 2
If you are a contractor, hopefully you have already instituted some theft prevention countermeasures to…
Anti-Theft Tracking Devices and Construction Equipment Part 1
Hundreds of millions of dollars in construction equipment are stolen from jobsites every year. Unfortunately,…
A Solution for Mitigating Risk on Construction Job Sites
Construction projects big and small come with risks whether they be theft or safety related….
Construction Lawyer in Greensboro, NC
Proudly Serving Employers From concept to completion, our Greensboro construction lawyers can provide you with…
Contractor Lawyer in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Providing Construction Law Services Our Ft. Lauderdale contractor lawyers provide legal guidance to contractors and…
Is Your Construction Company Hitting Its Profit Margin Goals?
Only half of all small businesses survive their first five years. You can bet that…
It Looks Like Tennessee’s “Right to Work” Laws Are Here to Stay
Here at Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, we’ve made it our mission to keep employers in…
The Construction Challenges Behind Segra Stadium
America’s national pastime deserves to be seen in person at a beautiful ballpark. That’s just…
What Out-Of-State Contractors Need to Know About Working in Oregon
Contractors are always trying to stay one step ahead of the competition in the hopes…
Navigating Your Way Through the Pre-Lien and Mechanic’s Lien Process in Tennessee
Although the mechanics’ lien is an extremely effective tool for contractors and subcontractors, successfully serving…
Top 5 Workplace Injuries on Construction Sites
Unfortunately, injuries happen every day in the construction industry, and it can sometimes feel like…
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South Africa’s Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP)
It is no secret that one of South Africa’s biggest concerns in relation to development…
How to Grow a Construction Business – 3 Major Tips
Just running the day-to-day operations of how to grow a construction business is a huge…
How to Start Your Construction Business
Passion for the construction business industry is typically what steers someone to start their own…
2 Common Construction Defect Defenses in Tennessee
Construction defects are among the most common sources of litigation in the construction industry. While…
3 Valuable Construction Contract Services to Help You Boost Profits
In the construction industry, contracts are king, so it’s imperative that all contractors approach new…
3 Contract-Related Questions to Ask Before Signing
Without contracts keeping contractors and owners on the same page and ensuring that their distinct…
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A New Federal Policy Aims to Limit Opioid Use for Injured Workers
On September 23, 2019, the Division of Federal Employees’ Compensation (DFEC) set forth a policy…
The labor shortage remains one of the most challenging problems facing construction companies. It would…
Are Change Orders Costing Your Business Time and Money? Keep These 4 Tips in Mind
In an industry known for tight deadlines, cost overruns, and unforeseen circumstances, change orders are…
Common Roadblocks in Commercial Construction
A successful construction contractor knows and understands that it’s not uncommon for complications to arise…
Risks of Not Hiring an OSHA Defense Lawyer
Any time you get an OSHA citation, you have the option of challenging that citation….
Five Reasons to Hire A Jacksonville Construction Attorney
According to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGCA), the construction industry is on the…
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