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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.
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,…
What to Do if a General Contractor Misappropriated Funds
On June 24, 2020, a Lakeland contractor was arrested for three counts of misappropriation of…
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…
Dispute Resolution Options For Roofers
If you are having a conflict with a subcontractor regarding their work, you have access…
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Bridging the Skills Gap Part 1
At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, our Tampa construction attorneys are focused on bridging the skills…
Communicating the Best Industry Practices Part 4
As we discussed in the first, second, and third sections of this article, key performance…
Bankruptcy and the Construction Sector Part 6
In this six-part article, we have educated you on several of the critical components pertaining…
Bankruptcy and the Construction Sector Part 5
If an owner files for bankruptcy, it’s critical that construction professionals know how to appropriately…
Bankruptcy and the Construction Sector Part 4
In this six-part article, we first addressed when an entity on a construction project files…
Bankruptcy and the Construction Sector Part 3
As we discussed in sections one and two of this six-part article, a bankrupt entity…
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…
Understanding Laws Related to Workplace Discrimination Part 6
Throughout this six-part series, the Lakeland construction attorneys at Cotney Attorneys & Consultants have discussed…
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How to Navigate Arbitration, Mediation, and Litigation with Government Contracts
Construction dispute claims can be difficult with any project. But when you are working on…
Tips to Avoid Disputes on Multiple-Owner Projects
When working on a project where they may be multiple owners, you may find handling…
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…
6 Excuses Employers Make For Violating Wage and Hour Laws Part 2
Some employers deliberately withhold earnings from their workforce. Others do it accidentally. Regardless of their…
When are Roofing Contractors Required to Wear Hard Hats?
Many roofers may find wearing a hard hat unnecessary, especially during summer days when working…
Roofing Contractors at Risk of Skin Cancer
Roofing contractors in the Sunshine State are at an increased risk of developing skin cancer…
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Raising Roads to Combat Sea Level Rise
Rising sea levels are threatening South Florida, and its roadways may soon be underwater unless…
Defects in Steel-Reinforced Concrete Bridges
Transportation systems are crucial for our economy and the general well-being of our society. Unfortunately,…
Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger: Accelerated Bridge Construction
Accelerated bridge construction is an important innovation in horizontal construction that allows contractors to erect…
Contractors in Hard-Hit Tennessee Struggle to Repair Tornado Damage Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
From March 2-3, a powerful storm hit Middle Tennessee, bringing with it tornadoes with wind…
Advice for Contractors About the Paycheck Protection Program
If you were fortunate enough to receive relief funds through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)…
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…
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