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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.
Preventing Client Injuries During Site Visits
In construction, you’ll occasionally have clients visit the construction site before work is complete. While…
Guide to Construction Liens, Waivers, and Bonds in Florida
During a construction project, contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and anyone else with a vested interest…
Questions to Ask Potential Construction Dispute Attorneys
When you find yourself in a situation where you think you need a lawyer, it…
Early Signs Your Construction Project is Souring
Every construction project has problems, but competent management and careful coordination can help resolve most…
Factors Affecting Contractor License Defense Cases
When a complaint is filed against you and you need to defend your contractor license,…
Is Remote Construction Arbitration Possible?
Remote construction arbitration is possible and becoming more important because of problems in scheduling in-person…
3 Reasons Why a Construction Project Could Be Behind Schedule
Countless construction projects are in progress across the nation. It is likely that each is…
3 Major Benefits of Hiring a Subcontractor
Hiring permanent workers will always be a necessity, but subcontractors are also a necessary part…
Extreme Weather and Roofing Part 2
You don’t have to be a roofing professional or a roofing attorney in Florida to…
Extreme Weather and Roofing Part 1
In extreme weather situations wherein homeowners’ roofs have been compromised, roofing professionals tend to see…
Everything You Need To Know About the Tesla Solar Roof Part 4
The Tesla solar roof made waves when it was announced in October of 2016. Its…
Everything You Need To Know About the Tesla Solar Roof Part 3
The Tesla solar roof was introduced in October of 2016 as the first of its…
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Fixing Miami’s Traffic Problem Part 2
Miami’s traffic issues are well-documented. I-95, the East Coast’s main Interstate Highway, stretches 1,915 miles…
Cost Plus vs. Fixed Price Contracts
There are many variables to consider when you decide whether to utilize a cost plus…
Choosing a Roof in Central Florida Part 2
There are many types of roofing materials to consider when selecting a roof for your…
Choosing a Roof in Central Florida Part 1
When shopping for new roofing, whether for a new project or to replace an older…
Bidding on Federal Construction Projects Parts 2
Bidding on federal construction contracts allows you to find projects that best suit your strengths….
Bidding on Federal Construction Projects Parts 1
Bidding on the seemingly endless stream of federal construction projects can be intimidating for those…
An Owner Filed a Claim Against Your Performance Bond. Here’s What You Should Do Next
Performance bonds are commonplace in the construction industry. In fact, the Miller Act mandates that…
The Value of Safety Perception Surveys in the Construction Industry
Safety perception surveys are arguably one of the most effective performance measurement tools for gleaning…
How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Affects Construction Companies
For the past year, construction companies have benefited from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act,…
New Study Finds That Construction Workers Most Likely to Use Opioids and Cocaine
A new study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence shows what many employers…
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…
Is Your Construction Business Ready for 2020?
2019 seemed to fly by. Another year is in the books, and there is a…
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How OSHA May Change Under a Biden Administration
During his campaign for presidency, Joe Biden made it clear that making changes to the…
Can Your Customer Require Your Workers to Be Vaccinated?
As health providers continue to roll out the COVID-19 vaccination, you may encounter a customer—such…
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Update
As you undoubtedly know, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 (FFCRA) was enacted…
4 Characteristics of an Effective Mediator
While disputes in the construction industry have a tendency to escalate to a court of…
6 Tips for Hitting Your Construction Deadlines
With the trend of construction projects becoming increasingly complex and requiring more and more specialized…
Florida Contractors Should Know About These Unique Roofing Laws
The Sunshine State’s thunderstorms, hurricanes, and inclement weather are so frequent and destructive that lawmakers…
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Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 2
Senate Bill 324 is designed to eliminate some common areas of contention in the Tennessee…
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 1
Tennessee Senator Jack Johnson is attempting to push through Senate Bill 324 (HB271), which will…
Are Demand Letters Really Effective?
No contractor wants to find themselves entangled in a long, drawn-out lawsuit with an owner…
Accused of Contracting Without a License? A Columbia, SC, License Defense Attorney Can Help
Operating without a contractor’s license in the state of South Carolina is a serious offense…
COVID-19 Waiver and Release Contract Provision
We are concerned about customers and third parties trying to sue roofing contractors for unintentional…
The State of Immigration in the U.S.
The state of immigration in the United States has changed due to the outbreak of…
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