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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.
How to Prevent Occupational Noise Exposure on Your Construction Site
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 22 million workers are…
Protecting Lone Workers on Your Construction Jobsite
As millions of Americans return to work following nationwide shutdowns, they’re likely to find that…
Recognizing and Controlling Static Electricity Hazards on Your Jobsite
When you think of static electricity, you probably think of no more than a minor…
How Can Contractors Gain Access to Unlimited Bond Claim Filings?
In a perfect world, construction professionals would receive payment on time for work and materials…
The Miller Act and The Little Miller Act: What’s the Difference?
If you’re a general contractor who’s worked on federally owned projects before, you’ve been required…
Creating Company Policies For Telework
When news came of a new virus known as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), most workplaces…
6 Ways to Improve Communications on The Construction Site Part 2
Concise communication is the key to success in most businesses. However, in the construction industry,…
6 Ways to Improve Communications on The Construction Site Part 1
Those who have worked in the construction industry for any length of time know that…
8 Tips for Hiring Subcontractors Part 2
Subcontractors are the face of your organization. They are doing important jobs on construction sites…
8 Tips for Hiring Subcontractors Part 1
Among the many challenges that general contractors face when managing a construction project, hiring good…
4 Ways Augmented Reality Is Used in The Construction Industry
Historically, the construction industry has been slow to integrate new technology, preferring to take a…
3 Avoidable Joint Check Mistakes
The construction industry is ruled by regulations at the local, state, and federal levels, unfortunately,…
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Bottlenecks: Achieving Productivity and Completing Your Projects On Time Part 1
The project has begun and the crew is working at a steady pace to accomplish…
Avoid Direct Costs Resulting From Workplace Incidents
Taking a proactive approach to safety on the worksite will help to avoid unwanted safety…
Best Practices for Request for Proposals Part 2
A request for proposal (RFP) is a document organizations use to communicate their requirements for…
Best Practices for Request for Proposals Part 1
The request for proposal (RFP) process is a critical part of achieving success as a…
Construction Project Constraints
You’ve probably heard about a construction project or two that have experienced hang-ups. Typically, things…
Bulldoze Through Worksite Discrimination
The construction industry is complex, competitive, and dynamic. Today’s talented construction pool of professionals comes…
Florida’s Construction Bidding Process Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, we discussed specific laws that impact construction companies…
Florida’s Construction Bidding Process Part 1
The ability to navigate the bid process is crucial for construction companies that want to…
Immigration Corner: Two Strategies to Avoid or Limit Potential E-Verify Liability for Contractors
The E-Verify rule for federal contractors can be a deal breaker for many contractors. The…
Why Cold Storage Construction Is Poised to Take Off
Here’s something cool you probably haven’t heard much about up to this point, cold storage…
Staying Safe Around Power Lines Part 2
In part one, we discussed the minimum clearance distances that the Occupational Safety and Health…
Flooding’s Impact on Infrastructure Part 1
Floods are among the most destructive natural hazards on the planet. In the United States,…
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Looking Ahead: Construction Technology Trends to Watch Out for in 2021
The engineering and construction industry rang in 2020 on a high note, employing more than…
What Is Strict Liability in Construction Law?
Liability is an important part of construction contracts. Strict liability applies to the construction industry…
Prevalence of Unsubstantiated Claims
3 Ways to Lose Your Lien Rights Early On in Tennessee
Any construction attorney in Brentwood, TN, will give a contractor the same answer when asked…
6 Reasons Why Bid Protests Occur Part 2
Although there are countless reasons why a bid protest occurs, in this two-part article Birmingham…
6 Reasons Why Bid Protests Occur Part 1
If you are looking to secure lucrative government projects, the next step is to place…
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Breach of Contract Claims: Affirmative Defenses and Counterclaims
As a contractor, you know disagreements can happen in the construction industry. At times those…
Contending With Cancer in the Construction Industry Part 2
Maintaining a safe and healthy project site is a challenge that contractors are forced to…
Contending With Cancer in the Construction Industry Part 1
The construction industry has made considerable strides to protect the health and safety of workers….
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created to protect employees from preventable injuries…
Anticipatory Breach of a Construction Contract: What Is It?
The anticipatory breach of a construction contract can have significant ramifications for your company, regardless…
COVID-19: Answering Construction Firms Most Pressing Employment Questions About the Pandemic
By now, everyone is aware of the significant impact the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) is having…
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