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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.
What Is a Notice of Intent to Lien and When Should I Send One?
After you have done good work, you deserve to be paid. Unfortunately, even when a…
What Is a Whistleblower Dispute and How Is OSHA Involved?
If an employee feels unsafe at a jobsite, they are legally entitled to contact the…
What Is a Workmanship Dispute?
Construction work is expected to have a certain quality of workmanship. When the quality does…
What Is the Difference Between Litigation and Mediation?
Despite doing your best work, you may still encounter property owners who are displeased. When…
When Construction Clients Become Unresponsive
Communication is key to successful construction projects. It keeps clients informed of any delays and…
When State Construction Laws Become Stricter Than Local Construction Laws
Construction laws exist on the local, state, and federal levels. However, these laws largely exist…
Staying Safe During a Heat Wave
Contractors and construction professionals need to be aware of the ever-present dangers of working on…
Reflecting Sunlight With Cool Roofs
Renewable energy has taken the roofing industry by storm. Whether it’s photovoltaic (PV) panels, solar…
Helping Your Customers See the Value in Roofing Maintenance
It’s a given that every building owner wants to get the most out of their…
5 Project Management Mistakes Made on Construction Jobsites Part 2
As experienced Naples contractor lawyers, we are aware of the countless mistakes that can happen…
5 Project Management Mistakes Made on Construction Jobsites Part 1
Mistakes occur in every profession, but they can be extremely costly in the construction industry….
3 Ways to Minimize the Effect of Defect Claim Damage
Over the course of your construction career, you may encounter some hiccups along the way….
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Construction Lawyer in Nashville, TN
Proudly Serving Employers Our Nashville construction lawyers are experienced at defending companies and individuals in…
Contractor Attorney in West Palm, FL
Providing Construction Law Services Our West Palm contractor attorneys provide legal guidance to contractors and…
Contractor Lawyer in Tampa, FL
Our Tampa contractor lawyers are highly experienced with handling a full spectrum of legal services…
Contractor Attorney in Central Florida
Providing Construction Law Services We assist general contractors, architects, engineers, commercial property owners, and many…
Contractor Lawyer in Asheville, NC
Providing Construction Law Services An Asheville contractor attorney can help you avoid any setbacks by…
Contractor Attorney in Wilmington, NC
Providing Construction Law Services A Wilmington contractor attorney can help you avoid any setbacks by…
How Large-Scale Residential Contractors Save Money by Building Two-Story Homes
When taking on large-scale residential projects, it’s important to work hand-in-hand with the owner to…
Sales Tax and the Construction Industry
As a construction business grows, so does the number of responsibilities a contractor is forced…
Sustainability Struggles: Measuring the Cost of Energy-Efficient Homes for Contractors
In December 2019, Home Innovation Research Labs published its latest omnibus surveys of home building…
Which Construction Jobs Are the Most Difficult?
Nobody works in the construction industry because it’s “easy.” Your workers might find physically demanding…
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…
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FRSA Intervenes in FBC Petition
On March 17, 2021, FRSA submitted a motion to intervene in a petition before the…
As Thanksgiving approaches and Christmas is just around the corner, so too is your year-end….
Understanding Leadership and Power and How the Roles Work
Often in our industry, we assume that all the power players in the company are…
A Deadly Florida Lightning Strike Highlights One of the Industry’s Top Safety Concerns
Roofing professionals must contend with an assortment of hazards on the jobsite. One of the…
5 Reasons Contractors Need to Have Their Blue Roof Contracts Ready Today
We are currently at the peak of the 2019 hurricane season, and if the record-setting…
Top 10 Contract Provisions for Roofers
Contract provisions can make or break your roofing project. This article highlights some key contract…
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Contesting Unemployment Benefits Claims for Contractors Part 3
In parts one and two of this three-part series, an Orlando construction lawyer from Cotney…
Contesting Unemployment Benefits Claims for Contractors Part 2
According to Roofing Contractor Magazine, “The costs generated by excessive unemployment claims is an issue…
Contesting Unemployment Benefits Claims for Contractors Part 1
Let’s face it, no business owner is particularly fond of unemployment benefits claims. It’s not…
Mold Disclaimer Contract Provision
Mold and microbial growth may exist on a project prior to a roofing contractor performing…
Roofing contractors often face issues associated with the existing roof deck. In steep slope construction,…
Cheat Sheet for Employee COVID-19 Exposure
Keep in mind that these guidelines are constantly changing, and you may have additional state…
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