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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.
“Severe Violator”—What You Should Know About Updated OSHA Criteria
Those of us who are involved in the construction industry are likely familiar with the…
Construction Management Software Makes Jobsites Safer
Today’s construction management software not only assists contractors in making a budget and staying on…
Focus Items for Work Inspections
The word “inspection” does not typically conjure images of safety checks but as a way…
Conduct Risk Assessment for Working Around Water
Construction crews working close to water need to know the risks they face and have…
OSHA Withdraws Vaccine Mandate
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has withdrawn its vaccination…
Conduct Risk Assessment for Working Around Water
Construction crews working close to water need to know the risks they face and have…
Construction professionals are familiar with the safety requirements set forth by the Occupational Safety and…
Is Your Roofing Business Prepared For an I-9 Audit?
Although President Trump is set to leave office in January 2021, President-elect Joe Biden is…
4 Critical Components You Should Include in Your Next Roofing Contract
A roofing contract is beneficial for both the contractor and the property owner for a…
4 Critical Components You Should Include in Your Next Roofing Contract
A roofing contract is beneficial for both the contractor and the property owner for a…
5 Tips for Drafting a Bid or Contract for Underground Utilities
The U.S. government is currently investing in major infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, that will…
Understanding License Suspension & Reinstatement For Florida Contractors
Enforcing a Non-Compete Agreement
Non-compete agreements are an important tool that can be used to protect your business against competition from an employee (or former employee). According to Investopedia,…
Exploring Different Types of Construction Contracts
When an owner and a contractor (or a contractor and a subcontractor) decide to work together on a construction project, a contract will be used…
Did You Read Your Entire Contract? Here’s Why You Should
In the construction industry, contracts are singularly responsible for ensuring that all parties meet their obligations for performance and payment. Whether you’re a contractor, subcontractor,…
Do You Need Assistance With Construction Proposals?
The ability to put together an appealing construction proposal is important if you want to be awarded contracts that multiple contractors are vying for. Construction…
Did You Receive a Stop-Work Order? A Construction Lawyer Can Help
Felony charges, accusations of insurance fraud, project delays, and thousands of dollars in fines; these are just a few issues your business may face after…
Everything You Need to Know About Lean Construction Part 4
Each and every party involved in a construction project stands to benefit from lean construction. Contractors, material suppliers, and owners are all invested in seeing…
Avoid These Costly Mistakes on Public Infrastructure Projects
Public infrastructure is the backbone of global economic activity, facilitating the delivery of a wide…
What to Do If Accused of Damage or Defects When Laying Underground Utilities
Winning a major government infrastructure project can propel your career to new levels. Landing a…
5 Tips for Drafting a Bid or Contract for Underground Utilities
The U.S. government is currently investing in major infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, that will…
Bankruptcy and Current Construction Projects
With the world going into years of financial problems, there is a chance that your…
Construction Industry Trends to Expect in 2021
Companies are prone to looking for the processes that work best and sticking to them…
Can You Make a Claim Without a Written Contract in Construction?
Contracts are at the heart of construction operations. Without a contract, your company won’t be…
New OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19
OSHA issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (“ETS”) requiring all private companies with 100 or more…
On August 26, 2021, the Florida Supreme Court, on its own motion, amended the Florida…
Manufacturer Warranty Price Increase Provision
With the recent news that manufacturers were raising the prices of warranties, a provision is…
The Risks of Using Employees’ Biometric Information
As new technology continues to evolve, it is easy to become intrigued with new options…
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…
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OSHA’s Multi-Employer Worksite Policy: Knowing the Basics
If you have ever been on worksites with more than one employer, you know they…
District Court Judge Declares CTA Unconstitutional
If you are like many small businesses across the nation, you have spent the last…
New Independent Contractor Rule Affects Subcontractors
If you use subcontractors or 1099 salespeople, a new rule announced by the U.S. Department…
Federal Noncompete Ban Challenged
As you may recall, in April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a rule…
Savvy Strategies for Selling Your Construction Company
Your company has likely been your main focus for years. You have built the business…
Update on Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is all the rage. Watch the news, skim your social media sites, and…
Waiver of Consequential Damages: What You Need to Know
As you may be aware, the waiver of consequential damages provision can be fairly common…
Florida Legislation Requires New Language in Roofing Contracts
In May 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a number of bills into law, and among…
When Liquidated Damages Are Deemed Too High
If you check any of your contracts, you will likely see provisions that allow for…
Common Construction Contract Mistakes
Having a strong construction contract is your company’s number one defense in maintaining the best…
5 Tips for Drafting a Bid or Contract for Underground Utilities
The U.S. government is currently investing in major infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, that will…
Can a Construction Contract Be Invalidated?
Contracts are largely seen as being infallible and unbreakable, at least without causing some type…
What Contractors Can Expect Under the Trump Administration
The federal contracting landscape is undergoing significant changes as the Trump administration reinstates, modifies, and…
How Employers Can Manage ICE Raids and Worksite Inspections
As President Trump takes action to crack down on immigration, many business owners are concerned…
OSHA’s Multi-Employer Worksite Policy: Knowing the Basics
If you have ever been on worksites with more than one employer, you know they…
CES 2019: Exploring the Future of Construction with Technology Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Sarasota construction attorneys from Cotney Attorneys &…
CES 2019: Exploring the Future of Construction with Technology Part 1
According to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) website, “CES is the world’s gathering place for…
Autonomous Drones in the Construction Industry
The construction industry is no stranger to the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly…