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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.
One of the most important responsibilities for business owners across industries is the safety of…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) mission is to make workplaces safe across all…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) strives to keep workplaces across all industries safe…
According to OSHA policy, employers across all industries have a duty to provide a safe…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an organization within the Department of Labor…
Michigan OSHA Defense Attorney
Whether you run a manufacturing facility, a chemical plant, or a construction company, there are…
4 Indispensable Skills of an Effective Construction Manager Part 1
Construction managers are tasked with balancing a variety of duties on a job site. They…
6 Benefits of Hiring Veterans in Construction Part 2
The popular marketing slogan, “Army Strong” exist for a reason. Members of our military, including…
6 Benefits of Cameras on Construction Sites Part 2
Video camera surveillance on the construction site is about more than just preventing workers from…
6 Benefits of Cameras on Construction Sites Part 1
It’s no secret that the construction site is a complex setting. There are skilled artisans…
Why You Should Join the Roofing Industry Part 2
You don’t have to go very far in cities like Dallas, Houston, and Austin to…
Why You Should Join the Roofing Industry Part 1
To the members of the class of 2018, you have a lot to consider when…
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Bid Shopping in Construction Part 5
At the conclusion of this five-part series, it’s safe to say that bid shopping is…
Bid Shopping in Construction Part 4
When construction professionals resort to bid shopping, it affects everyone. To ensure construction projects are…
An Overview of Unethical Behavior in Construction Part 1
Whether it be your personal life or professional life, the principles, ideas, attitudes, moral standards,…
An Overview of Unethical Behavior in Construction Part 2
Big or small, your construction company is perceived and judged by its practices. In the…
An Overview of Unethical Behavior in Construction Part 3
In this three-part series, our Brandon construction attorneys have discussed everything from unethical practices in…
Breaking Down Stop Work Orders in Florida
Issuance of a “stop work order” requires the receiver to immediately halt all work-related operations…
Are You Facing Steep Sanctions?
If a government agency contacts your business and warns you that you may be “facing…
5 Tips for Conducting an Effective Safety Training Course
As a contractor, focusing too much attention on the scope of work required for a…
Is Your OSHA Workplace Poster Prominently Displayed?
Each and every one of your workers is entitled to be informed of their rights…
Preventing Backovers in the Construction Industry
As described by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), when a vehicle is driven…
Improving Your Bidding Strategy
In the world of competitive construction bidding, there’s no consolation prize for a losing bid….
Oregon OSHA’s ABCs of Project Site Safety: A – B
In an effort to spread awareness about Oregon OSHA’s concerns relating to workplace safety, the…
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Most Common Causes for Litigation in Construction Law
Any company involved in construction faces a reasonable chance of being involved in litigation. The…
How to Sue a Subcontractor for Breach of Contract
The majority of the work that you do with subcontractors goes well. There is an…
Possible Impact of Stimulus Programs on the Construction Industry
Like many other industries, the construction industry is struggling to keep going. The past decade…
It’s well-documented that the roof is one of the most important factors when it comes…
Innovations in Asphalt Roofing
While it might seem like asphalt roofing applications are relatively limited, the opposite is actually…
Florida Roofers and Insurance Fraud
Devastating storms and hurricanes have forced many Florida homeowners to contend with fraudulent roofing contractors….
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Can Siding Go on a Home Before the Frame is Inspected?
As a contractor, the titular question above might seem like it has an obvious answer,…
An Overview of Project Site Productivity
Contractors are constantly looking for new ways to increase productivity on the project site. There’s…
Common Issues with Concrete Part 2
Even as the essential building block of our skyscrapers, bridges, and dams, it’s easy to…
Compliance Advice When Reopening the Workplace
The last few months have presented small businesses owners with a variety of challenges. From…
Construction Backlog Experiences Record Decline
On May 12, 2020, Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator…
Are You Maintaining COVID-19 Related Documentation?
Construction business owners have a lot of areas of their business they need to manage….
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