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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.
Essential Contract Clauses to Prevent and Resolve Construction Disputes
With the average value of construction disputes and length of resolutions expected to increase over…
What Are Your Options for Financing Your Construction Business?
At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, we understand the sheer amount of costs involved in starting…
Minimize Additional Costs From Differing Site Conditions With This Contract Language
We typically associate surprises with feelings of amazement and elation — a significant other planning…
Here Are Your Options When a Construction Defect Is Leading to a Dispute
You might be thinking that litigation is inevitable now that you’ve been notified of a…
Residential Construction Drops in Florida
Despite signs that the construction industry is rebounding, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to negatively impact…
Unfairly Passed Over for a Contract? Contact a Columbia, SC, Bid Protest Attorney
Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: a construction company lacking in experience, resources,…
5 Good Habits of Professional Contractors
The construction industry tends to get a bad wrap because of its risky nature. Likewise,…
3 Ways to Get Paid Faster on Your Next Project
Sadly, late payments are the norm in the construction industry. As a matter of fact,…
3 Types of Training That Mitigate Risks for General Contractors
Construction projects are filled with risk factors. As a matter of fact, the construction industry…
3 Tips for Selecting a Crane Company
On many jobsites, a crane is an essential part of a construction project. While to…
3 Solutions to Environmental Limitations in the Construction Industry
When considering materials for your worksite, use energy-efficient materials. Evaluate the materials used by a…
Ladder Safety and the Types of Personal Fall Arrest Systems
As a roofing contractor, safety must always be your top priority. Take advantage of the…
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Broward County Construction Lawyer
Any construction professional knows that the industry is not for the faint of heart. Between…
Central FL Contractor Attorney
Cotney Attorneys & Consultants is devoted to representing hard-working professionals in the construction industry. You…
Central FL Construction Lawyer
Construction law encompasses countless federal and state statutes and involves many different entities. Regardless of…
Construction Defect Law Florida
Construction and design defects are often found in both residential and commercial projects after a…
Bridging the Skills Gap Part 5
In this five-part article, we are discussing how the skills gap became a prevalent issue…
Bridging the Skills Gap Part 4
In this five-part article, we are discussing ways that the construction industry can bridge the…
OSHA’s Revision of Its Weighting System
Effective October 1, 2019, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) revised its weighting system,…
Types of Construction Lawsuits
At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, our Ft. Myers construction lawyers represent contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and…
I-4 Ultimate Project’s Deadly Road to Completion
As of the time of this writing, yet another worker has been injured onsite at…
New Construction Business Owner? Here’s Why You Need an Attorney
Take a second to think about the iconic duos throughout history. There’s Joe Montana and…
Preventing Workers’ Compensation Fraud at Your Workplace
Unfortunately, the word “fraud” is commonly associated with workers’ compensation claims. This is because fraudulent…
Receive Exclusive Access to a Construction Lawyer with a Subscription Plan
In order to establish a successful organization, construction firms need to develop a plan, hire…
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How Contractors Can Utilize PPP Loans for Employees to Avoid Construction Disputes and Shutdowns
During COVID-19 shutdowns, outbreaks, and an influx of OSHA regulations that have caused a number…
The Ins-and-Outs of Arbitration
When crafting a contract, you may find yourself questioning whether including an arbitration clause is…
Why Previously Unfinished Projects Can Be a Contractor’s Best Opportunity
If you live or work in Orlando, you’ve likely seen the building dubbed the “I-4…
Roofing Contractors at Risk of Skin Cancer
Roofing contractors in the Sunshine State are at an increased risk of developing skin cancer…
How to Prevent the Leading Causes of Death Among Roofing Contractors Part 2
While falls may be the leading cause of death among roofers, there are other substantial…
8 Terms Related to Construction Liens That Every Contractor in North Carolina Should Know
Every state has unique requirements for contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers that want to enforce…
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Alabama’s Two Mechanic’s Liens Part 2
As we discussed in part one of this two-part series, contractors in Alabama have to…
Alabama’s Two Mechanic’s Liens Part 1
The mechanic’s lien is one of the most powerful tools that a contractor can employ…
Construction Lawyers and Retainer Agreements
Construction firms should consider having a Nashville construction dispute lawyer on retainer. In this brief…
Creating a Crisis Management Plan for COVID-19
As Florida residents continue to follow the statewide state-at-home order, most businesses have either moved…
All Small Construction Businesses Can Apply for a Loan Through the Paycheck Protection Program
With the passing of the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act,…
OSHA on Isolating Workers Who Show Symptoms of COVID-19
For the time being, construction companies remain essential businesses throughout the state of Florida. In…
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