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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.
OSHA Extends Comment Period for Heat Hazards
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is extending the comment period…
Minimize Risk to Better Protect Employees
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has published various new and revised voluntary national…
Trenching and excavation remain among the most hazardous jobs in the construction industry, so the…
OSHA Introduces Protal for Volunteer Program
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has a new portal making…
Cotney Offers a Wide Range of Estimator Training
For those interested in getting into the estimating business, Cotney Consulting Group has you covered…
Provide Proper Maintenance to Construction Tools
Failing to keep up with maintenance on construction tools can affect your projects since maintenance…
How to Generate Quality Roofing Leads
If you’ve been in the roofing business for any period of time, you know how…
3 Things to Consider Before Bidding on Your Next Project
Contractors receive the majority of their jobs by bidding on projects — the process of…
5 Tips for Avoiding Construction Defect Litigation
The last thing you need to be facing in the midst of a global pandemic…
How Long Are Contractors Responsible for Construction Defects in Colorado?
Contractors are usually held liable for construction defects related to the construction of buildings. Every…
7 Common Construction Defects and How an Tallahassee Construction Attorneys Can Help
Despite working with integrity and completing projects in a timely manner, construction defects and construction…
5 Reasons to Consult a Tampa Business Immigration Attorney
Hiring top talent is important in the construction industry. From builders and developers to engineers…
Bidding Requirements for Construction and Repair Contracts in North Carolina Part 4
In parts one, two, and three of this four-part series, a Charlotte bid protest lawyer from Cotney Attorneys & Consultants has been discussing the bidding…
Bidding Requirements for Construction and Repair Contracts in North Carolina Part 3
In North Carolina, procuring government building contracts can be incredibly lucrative for your contracting business. Not only are these projects important, they are hotly contested…
Bidding Requirements for Construction and Repair Contracts in North Carolina Part 2
In part one of this four-part series, a Charlotte contractor lawyer from Cotney Attorneys & Consultants discussed the process local governments follow for developing precise…
Bidding Requirements for Construction and Repair Contracts in North Carolina Part 1
The specific bidding requirements for construction and repair contracts in the Tarheel State can be determined by following a nine-step procedure that lines up succinctly…
6 Ways a Construction Attorney Can Assist You With a Bid Protest Part 4
In this four-part series, a Charlotte bid protest lawyer is discussing several of the benefits of working with an experienced legal professional when filing a…
6 Ways a Construction Attorney Can Assist You With a Bid Protest Part 3
If you placed a competitive bid on a project and that contract was awarded to a competitor, you may have a second chance to compete…
Common Homebuilding Defects to Avoid to Limit Legal Liability
After you complete a residential project, there may be certain deficiencies that you may be…
Can Liens Be Issued for Government-Owned Property?
A changing economy is pushing more construction companies to do work for governments. There is…
Coverage Triggers for Construction Defect Claims
Even if you have done your best work, you still may be accused of construction…
Construction Law and Bankruptcy: Two Key Things to Know
The construction industry, like most if not at all industries, has been gravely affected by…
Common Questions About Construction Arbitration
When it comes to a construction dispute, you have several options for resolution. You may…
Can a Contractor Charge Additional Fees After Receiving Full Payment?
When contractors work on projects, much of their work is based on educated guesses. It’s…
Can a Construction Contract Be Invalidated?
Contracts are largely seen as being infallible and unbreakable, at least without causing some type…
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…
When the U.S. Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act in…
How a New Immigration Bill Could Impact Employment
Shortly after his January 20 inauguration, President Biden quickly signed several executive orders and made…
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Focus Items for Work Inspections
The word “inspection” does not typically conjure images of safety checks but as a way…
Conduct Risk Assessment for Working Around Water
Construction crews working close to water need to know the risks they face and have…
OSHA Withdraws Vaccine Mandate
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has withdrawn its vaccination…
4 Critical Components You Should Include in Your Next Roofing Contract
A roofing contract is beneficial for both the contractor and the property owner for a…
4 Critical Components You Should Include in Your Next Roofing Contract
A roofing contract is beneficial for both the contractor and the property owner for a…
5 Tips for Drafting a Bid or Contract for Underground Utilities
The U.S. government is currently investing in major infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, that will…
Did You Read Your Entire Contract? Here’s Why You Should
In the construction industry, contracts are singularly responsible for ensuring that all parties meet their…
Do You Need Assistance With Construction Proposals?
The ability to put together an appealing construction proposal is important if you want to…
Did You Receive a Stop-Work Order? A Construction Lawyer Can Help
Felony charges, accusations of insurance fraud, project delays, and thousands of dollars in fines; these…
5 Common Challenges with Roadway Construction Projects
Any construction project has its share of challenges. However, when it comes to road repairs…
4 Ways COVID-19 Delays Can Impact Roadwork (And What to Do About It)
When you are working on a road construction project, it can be frustrating running into…
How to Best Prepare Your Business to Bid on Infrastructure Projects
The government routinely spends billions of dollars every year on infrastructure development projects. As a…
Manufacturer Warranty Price Increase Provision
With the recent news that manufacturers were raising the prices of warranties, a provision is…
The Risks of Using Employees’ Biometric Information
As new technology continues to evolve, it is easy to become intrigued with new options…
Using Your Contracts to Combat the Supply Chain Crisis
Whether you are buying groceries, ordering shingles, or trying to purchase a new home, you…
GDPR is Here. Are You in Compliance? Part 2
Construction businesses should not assume that the newly adopted General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will…
The implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) established a strict set of regulatory…