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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.
Contingent Payment & Washington Subcontractors’ Right to Payment When Owners Default
Cashflow and prompt payments are vital in each construction business, yet virtually every subcontractor has…
Four Key Clauses for Safety Manuals
Manuals should clearly define training, monitoring, disciplinary consequences and safety requirements. Here are four key…
Ladders are present on virtually every jobsite and provide employees with convenient options to access…
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…
Tips for Nail Gun Safety Part 2
Proper nail gun safety could help prevent an estimated 37,000 emergency room visits each year….
Tips for Nail Gun Safety Part 1
Any construction professional knows how much the use of nail guns expedites a project. The…
New Website Could Change the Game for Roofing Contractors
With a few simple clicks of the keyboard, negative reviews on the internet can potentially…
Increasing Productivity and Combating Absenteeism Part 2
Increased productivity and minimal absenteeism may as well be synonymous with revenue. In Part 1…
Increasing Productivity and Combating Absenteeism Part 1
High productivity and minimal absenteeism are desirable goals in any industry, but they are especially…
How Women Are Changing the Roofing Industry
Construction has always been a male-dominated field. Women currently make up nine percent of the…
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Charlotte Construction Law Lawyers
There’s never an easy day on the project site. Construction professionals can handle the sun,…
Construction professionals are familiar with the legal obstacles associated with the construction industry. Ensuring your…
Construction Lien Lawyer in Wilmington, NC
Contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers who have worked on a construction project or provided materials for…
Charlotte Construction Lien Attorney
A contractor’s job requires diligent multitasking to take a project from concept to completion. When…
Construction Lawyer in Wilmington, NC
With many moving parts and a wide array of services and talented professionals, the construction…
Construction projects are composed of many moving parts with unique characteristics and one central goal:…
The labor shortage remains one of the most challenging problems facing construction companies. It would…
Are Change Orders Costing Your Business Time and Money? Keep These 4 Tips in Mind
In an industry known for tight deadlines, cost overruns, and unforeseen circumstances, change orders are…
3 Winter Safety Tips for Construction Sites
Wintertime in the Great Lakes State brings frigid temperatures and months of wet conditions and…
Portable Ladders and Fall Protection
How many times have you seen a meme or online video where someone uses a…
Appeals Court Case Prevents Inspections From Expanding Beyond Their Original Scope
Of all things, a poultry company may help construction companies in their never-ending struggle with…
Has Your Business Been Accused of a Construction Defect?
Whether you work in residential or commercial construction, there are a myriad of ways your…
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How a New Immigration Bill Could Impact Employment
Shortly after his January 20 inauguration, President Biden quickly signed several executive orders and made…
How the PRO Act Could Affect Construction
On February 4, Democratic lawmakers introduced the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act to…
If you live in Washington state, you are likely familiar with WISHA and its guidelines….
License Requirements for Tennessee Contractors Part 2
Working without a contractor’s license in the State of Tennessee is both risky and ill-advised….
License Requirements for Tennessee Contractors Part 1
In Tennessee, licensing requirements for contractors vary depending on a project’s value. This includes the…
3 Types of North Carolina Construction Bonds
There are many types of construction bonds that are utilized by construction professionals in the…
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Boom or Bust: Florida’s Housing Market and the Construction Industry Part 1
Florida has enjoyed unprecedented growth in its population and housing market, ensuring plenty of work…
Common Plumbing Problems on Completed Construction Projects Part 2
Every construction element, from roofs to concrete foundations to plumbing, must be executed flawlessly in…
Common Plumbing Problems on Completed Construction Projects Part 1
Plumbing is just one of the many facets of a construction project that can cause…
Acknowledging the Impact Veterans Have on the Construction Industry
This Fourth of July, Cotney Attorneys & Consultants would like to take a moment to…
Construction in Colorado Pushes Ahead Despite the COVID-19 Pandemic
Construction in Colorado and Denver, the state capital, has pushed ahead despite the many challenges…
Construction Employment Rebounds After Historic Job Loss
April 2020 was not kind to the construction industry. The month of April saw the…
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