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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 Telematics Can Help Your Construction Business
If you own a construction business, you’re likely interested in reducing liability, increasing efficiency, and…
Utilizing Smart Work Zone Technology on Transportation Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is committed to reducing motor vehicle crashes, including crashes…
Cut Through the Red Tape With an Indianapolis Construction Defect Attorney
Indiana is one of a number of states that have enacted right-to-cure laws. The right…
Need to Get Paid for Your Construction Project? Contact an Indianapolis Construction Lien Attorney
Payment discrepancies are increasingly prevalent in the construction industry. Between rising material costs and delinquent…
Resolving a Dispute With the Help of an Indianapolis Construction Arbitration Lawyer
Most construction professionals that want to resolve a dispute with another party would prefer not…
The Benefits of Partnering With an Indianapolis Contractor Attorney
Contractors are responsible for ensuring that construction projects are completed on time and within budget…
Almost 40% deaths in the construction industry are related to falls. OSHA performs thousands of…
Fatal falls are an unfortunate reality in the roofing industry. Fortunately, these falls can be…
3 Potential Pitfalls of Lump Sum Contracts for Contractors
For contractors, a lump sum contract, or a stipulated sum contract, is one of the…
3 Big Mistakes Contractors Make Before Starting a Project
How you begin a project will often determine how you finish. Unfortunately, some projects fail…
Not all states require a roofer contractor to have a license—Texas is one of them—unless…
Professionals in the roofing industry understand how complex, challenging, and competitive it can be. While…
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Are You Waiting for Payment on a Judgment? Part 1
After waiting far too long to receive a payment from a contractor or a property…
Construction Site Management Tips Part 2
Construction sites are complex places, especially to manage. At any given time, there are numerous…
Construction Site Management Tips Part 1
The level of detail found in any construction project can be stunning at times. A…
Addressing Stress in the Construction Workplace Part 2
As mentioned in part one, stress can become problematic if it is not dealt with….
Addressing Stress in the Construction Workplace Part 1
For many in the construction industry, the work environment can be stressful for various reasons….
Contract Tips for Subcontractors Part 2
Contracts are a necessary part of the construction industry. Each detail should be scrutinized because…
A Look at Our Nation’s Highways Part 1
While highways and roads make up only a portion of our nation’s vast infrastructure, they…
Builder Beware: 4 Common Construction Deficiencies
There are many types of construction defects; some latent, others patent. Defects can occur at…
Important OSHA Facts for Contractors
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a sect of the United States Department…
Does Your Employee Handbook Include These 3 Important Policies?
Your employee handbook is an important document that can help set clear rules and expectations…
This Is What Happens When You Don’t Protest an Unfair Bid…
Every year, billions of dollars in government contracts are awarded to contractors all across the…
Which Contract Documents Can a Colorado Springs Construction Lawyer Review?
Construction contracts are composed of a myriad of documents outlining various terms and conditions that…
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Changes to Women-Owned Small Business Certification
Throughout the United States, businesswomen benefit from Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification. This certification allows qualified small businesses…
What the New Drug Laws Mean for Your Company
Following the U.S. election on November 3, 2020, ballot counts in the presidential and some senatorial races were very close….
Prepare Your Business for Potential Shutdowns in Washington
With the increasing number of COVID-19 cases throughout Washington state, roofing companies must prepare in…
10 Signs of a Bad Subcontractor Part 1
If you are a general contractor, you know that you are only as good as…
“ICE” Age: Best Practice Tips for I-9 Compliance
In the past couple of years, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) has been…
Growing Your Business with Minor Roof Repairs Part 2
As a roofing contractor, you’re constantly balancing a workload split between lucrative projects that will…
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Colorado Springs Construction Defect Attorney
Partner with a Knowledgeable Colorado Springs Construction Defect Attorney Construction defects can arise on a…
Application Tips for Vertical Underlayment Installations Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Tallahassee construction law attorneys at Cotney Attorneys…
Application Tips for Vertical Underlayment Installations Part 1
The construction industry is constantly evolving. Today’s construction professionals utilize new materials and techniques to…
Protect Your Construction Business with a Chicago Construction Lawyer
As construction businesses expand their operations in the Windy City, chances are that they will…
Navigating Through Construction Projects with a Chicago Bid Protest Attorney
The majority of construction work requires firms to participate in a bid process. As construction…
Looking to Secure Payment? Consult a Chicago Construction Lien Attorney Today
If you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier in Illinois, and you’re owed payment from a…
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