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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.
With the Future of Highway Construction in Colorado Uncertain, Now Is the Time to Be Cautious
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is accelerating highway construction projects across the state. With…
Have Lien Deadlines Changed in North Carolina Due to the Pandemic?
As a construction law firm, we often advise our clients to protect their right to…
Statute of Limitations, Claim of Negligence, and Statute of Repose in North Carolina
From design flaws to poor workmanship, a great deal of construction gaffes fall under the…
Screening Employees for COVID-19
As Florida enters Full Phase One of the plan to reopen businesses, all forms of…
New Guidelines Released for Construction Sites following Tennessee’s Reopening
Many states across the U.S. have released their own guidance on COVID-19 for businesses to…
Great News for Construction Businesses That Took Out PPP Loans
There has been a great deal of confusion surrounding the Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) Paycheck…
4 Common Release of Lien Mistakes
A release of lien is used to indicate that a general contractor, subcontractor, or supplier…
3 Tips for Avoiding Construction Claims
As long as construction projects are negotiated, staffed and managed by human beings, disagreements are…
4 Reasons Why Mediation May Not Work to Settle Your Dispute
As long as there is a business involving more than one person, there’s going to…
4 Reasons Why Mediation Can Help Settle Your Dispute
There are few projects in the construction industry that do not experience some level of…
5 Clauses Contractors and Subcontractors Should Negotiate
Our Bradenton construction lawyers believe that drafting legal documents is an essential process that can…
4 Mistakes Contractors Can Avoid Before Starting a New Project
In the construction industry, some situations are unavoidable. However, many times, mistakes happen due to…
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Advice for Successfully Bidding on Construction Projects
At any given time, contractors bid on numerous projects. Therefore, understanding a few items can…
Construction Documentation That May Help Prove a Claim Part 2
Construction disputes may be common but even more common is the number of construction professionals…
Construction Documentation That May Help Prove a Claim Part 1
In spite of everyone’s good intention, construction changes and delays are bound to happen. As…
Are You Prepared to Handle a Construction Defect Claim? Part 3
This article concludes our three-part series on the defenses contractors can use to handle a…
Are You Prepared to Handle a Construction Defect Claim? Part 2
Defective construction work that is a result of faulty workmanship, inadequate design, or poor materials…
Are You Prepared to Handle a Construction Defect Claim? Part 1
Construction defects are increasingly making their way into the courts. This is why it is…
The Benefits of a Legal Subscription Plan Compared to Hourly Billing
Whether your construction firm needs legal protection or is looking to grow, there are a…
The Immigration Corner: The Rules Regarding Public Charge Have Changed
The change has finally come to the rules defining what a public charge is for…
Tips for Contractors: When to Walk Away from a Project Part 4
No ethical contractor signs a contract with the intention of walking away. After all, the…
Tips for Contractors: When to Walk Away from a Project Part 3
In parts one and two of this four-part series, the Jacksonville construction lawyers at Cotney…
Tips for Contractors: When to Walk Away from a Project Part 2
Unfortunately, construction projects don’t always proceed according to plan. Projects that seemed simple on paper…
Tips for Contractors: When to Walk Away from a Project Part 1
In the construction industry, the momentary sense of pride that accompanies a successful contract signing…
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What to Look for in a Franklin, TN Construction Law Firm
When it comes to hiring a construction law firm, you want to make sure that…
Liens are important tools that contractors can use to ensure that they receive payment. It…
What Information Will My Construction Litigation Attorney Need?
Preparing for construction litigation can be a stressful time. However, working with a construction litigation…
5 Types of Building Construction Part 1
As a contractor, it’s important that you continue to develop an extensive understanding of buildings,…
3 Common Causes of Construction Lawsuits
Lawsuits are common in the construction industry, so it’s just as important for contractors to…
How to Expand Your Construction Business Part 1
As a construction business owner, you must always be mindful of ways you can increase…
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Testing the Limits of Tilt-Up Construction
According to the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, tilt-up construction is a specialized process in which slabs…
Construction Liens and Defects Provisions for Florida Construction Contracts
As a contractor in the Sunshine State, it’s important to be cognizant of the essential…
Building 3D-Printed Concrete Structures
Although 3D printers were first introduced in the 1980s, they have emerged as one of…
Software Programs That Could Help Limit Liability in Construction
Some software programs could help limit your liability in the construction industry by ensuring that…
Legal Implications of Contractors vs. Employees
Many construction sites utilize a combination of full-time employees and independent contractors to complete a…
Cutting Through Red Tape with Florida Construction Attorneys
Before you begin any project, it is important to have an attorney in your corner….
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