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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.
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…
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…
6 Things You Should Know Before Entering a Job Site Part 2
A construction site can be an exceptionally dangerous place if you aren’t familiar working construction…
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…
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Cost Indices and Cost Estimates Part 1
Historical cost data is commonly used to help make precise cost estimates for construction projects,…
Considering the Price of Construction for Cost Estimators Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Dade County construction attorneys at Cotney Construction…
Considering the Price of Construction for Cost Estimators Part 1
When considering the vast quantity of items that collectively form a cost estimate for a…
Computer-Aided Cost Estimation Part 1
Collaborating with cost estimators is an important part of the early stages of any construction…
Computer-Aided Cost Estimation Part 2
When you want to secure accurate cost estimates for an upcoming project, you want to…
Comparing Land Surveyors and Construction Surveyors
Land surveys are conducted for a number of reasons. Generally, you will work with a…
Dispelling the Myths of Fall Protection
Personal fall protection systems are one of the best ways for roofers to protect workers…
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…
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Protect Your Roofing Company From Internal and External Threats with a Risk Assessment
By its very nature, running a roofing business comes with risk. Especially with the spread…
How Our Customers Will Benefit From Our Services
We have custom solutions that are designed to help you overcome all obstacles. Our custom…
Identify, Communicate, and Resolve Issues Efficiently with Smartsheet Solutions
As Thanksgiving approaches and Christmas is just around the corner, so too is your year-end….
Key Characteristics of Public-Private Partnerships Part 1
Public-private partnerships, otherwise known as P3s or PPPs, are contractual arrangements formed between a private-sector…
Common Reasons for License Suspension
There are countless reasons why a roofing contractor may lose their license. From failing to…
3 Types of Roofing Construction Delays
When a team of construction professionals takes on a new roofing project, the contractor at…
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An Introduction to the Litigation Process Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Miami contractor attorneys at Cotney Attorneys &…
An Introduction to the Litigation Process Part 1
According to the Cornell Law School, litigation is “the process of resolving disputes by filing…
Coming to Terms with Significant Construction Defects
Defects are common in the construction industry, but the majority of these defects are insignificant…
Impact of OSHA Violations on Upcoming Construction Projects
Receiving an OSHA violation can have a significant impact on your current and upcoming construction…
Chicago Industrial Construction Reaches Record High Despite Pandemic
On July 27, 2020, Illinois announced 1,231 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, delivering the Prairie…
Construction Firms Faced With Coronavirus-Related OSHA Citations & Stop Work Orders
As of May 26th, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt reported…
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