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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.
HVAC Professionals: Controlling Customer Expectations Through Contracts
The rule of thumb in construction is that one out of every 20 customers will…
On June 30, 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis signed “The Occupational Freedom and Opportunity Act” into…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Nail Gun Safety
A nail gun is a type of power tool used every day on construction sites…
4 Ways to Prevent Runovers and Backovers in Construction
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), backover and runover fatalities account for dozens…
Prepare an Effective Scope of Work For Your Next Construction Project
Every professional in the construction industry can tell you that one of the most important…
The Factors Involved in Termination for Cause
If you’re a contractor that owns a construction business, it’s important to be aware of…
Award-Winning Construction Law Firm Opens Office in Charlotte, NC
Lead Attorney Aims to Help Disadvantaged Businesses Grow CHARLOTTE, NC, JULY 2018 — Cotney Construction…
Understanding Miller Bond Claims
Lien law is a powerful tool that is in place to protect construction professionals’ right…
3 Technologies That Can Improve Your Roofing Business
The roofing industry can be a competitive market. Most successful roofing businesses established themselves years…
5 Important Facts About Florida Workers’ Compensation
Work-related injuries happen when you least expect them. Injuring yourself on the job affects your…
Roofing: One of the Most Dangerous Jobs in the United States
According to the 2016 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (released by the Bureau of Labor…
Is Your Construction Site Prepared for June’s National Safety Month
Construction professionals across the nation should be focused on reducing injury and death rates at…
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Career Opportunities for Military Veterans in Construction Part 5
In this five-part series, the Hillsborough County contractor lawyers at Cotney Construction Law are discussing…
An Overview of the Living Building Challenge Part 2
In part one of our series, our Greensboro construction law lawyers discussed the importance of…
An Overview of the Living Building Challenge Part 1
Cotney Construction Law is a Greensboro construction law firm committed to not only helping construction…
OSHA to Increase Trenching Inspections and Enforcement
On October 2, 2018, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) updated the National Emphasis…
Building Height Classifications
Every building is unique. From the smallest one-story tenement to the tallest building in the…
Cost Indices and Cost Estimates Part 2
As a contractor, you have probably settled into a niche during your tenure in the…
Primary Reasons for OSHA Inspections
Before we dive into anything else, realize that OSHA inspectors have the right to show…
Are You Up to Date With OSHA 2019 Ladder Regulations?
Falls from elevated surfaces make up the biggest percentage of construction related deaths and injuries….
Safety and Technology in the Workplace
As advocates for the construction industry, we often boast about the technological wonders of the…
You Can’t Fake a Lawyer’s Demand Letter
When a dispute emerges on a construction project, the demand letter is the first tool…
Worst-Case Scenario: The Construction Contract
General contractors and subcontractors alike can find themselves in a difficult position as a result…
What Mistakes Could Your Construction Contract Be Hiding?
The construction contract is king. It’s the single most important determiner of how projects, payments,…
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COVID-19 and Technology Necessities for Roofing Industry
“FOR A BUSINESS TO SURVIVE, IT MUST GROW AND ACQUIRE NEW OPPORTUNITIES.” The year 2020…
Using Smartsheet to Build Business Success in Roofing
Overview of the Smartsheet Platform Smartsheet is a cloud-based work platform that has a familiar…
Using KPIs and OKRs in Your Business Strategy
One of the most frequently asked questions I get by contractors is, what should my…
5 Reasons Why Subcontractors Should Hire a Lawyer to Review Their Contracts Part 2
When the time comes to sign your next construction contract, are you taking the time…
5 Reasons Why Subcontractors Should Hire a Lawyer to Review Their Contracts Part 1
Our Denver construction lawyers have said it time and time again: contracts are the lifeblood…
4 Reasons Your Workers are Walking Away from the Construction Industry
No matter what industry you work in, getting your employees to sustain a feeling of…
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A Look at Our Nation’s Highways Part 2
In part one of this two-part article, we discussed the current state of America’s highways…
A Look at Our Nation’s Highways Part 1
While highways and roads make up only a portion of our nation’s vast infrastructure, they…
Builder Beware: 4 Common Construction Deficiencies
There are many types of construction defects; some latent, others patent. Defects can occur at…
Two Types of Cases a Charlotte Contractor License Defense Lawyer Can Handle
It can be somewhat daunting deciding when and why to seek help from a contractor…
Can OSHA impose COVID-19 Guidelines?
With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise throughout the United States, we have grown accustomed to…
Employers in Washington should be aware of upcoming changes in safety rules established by the…
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