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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.
The Pros and Cons of Becoming a Specialty Contractor
According to Engineering News-Record’s (ENR’s) 2019 Top 600 Specialty Contractors list, specialty contractors generated $135.20…
Naples Will Soon Be Home to a 55-Acre Mixed-Use Development
It seems like mixed-use projects are popping up everywhere. We previously covered Downtown Tampa’s Water…
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….
What Does a Florida Construction Attorney Do?
Working in the construction industry, you naturally assume some level of risk. Depending on your…
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One of the more popular Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) techniques is arbitration. As an effective…
In the construction industry, bid bonds are important because they are able to show proof…
Compensable, Critical, And Excusable Construction Delays
In the construction industry, it’s common for a contractor to take the time to anticipate…
Breach Of Contract: Unilateral Or Mutual Mistakes
In the construction industry, no matter how solid the contract is or how on track…
Breach Of Contract: Substantial Completion
Substantial completion is commonly referred to as substantial performance. This is a defense that is…
Breach of Contract: Impossibility of Performance Part 2
In the second half of this two-part article, we will continue to discuss breach of…
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Filing a Construction Lien Part 3
As we have discussed throughout this three-part article, contractors may be tempted to file their…
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Filing a Construction Lien Part 2
In a perfect world, contractors would only focus on their scope of work and wouldn’t…
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Filing a Construction Lien Part 1
Even the most successful contractors have payment issues. In fact, the more projects you are…
The Kansas Construction Defects Act Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, a Wichita contractor lawyer from Cotney Attorneys &…
The Kansas Construction Defects Act Part 1
The Kansas Construction Defects Act was signed in 2003 by Governor Kathleen Sebelius. It established…
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 2
Senate Bill 324 is designed to eliminate some common areas of contention in the Tennessee…
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The Basics of Demolition Safety
From 2009 to 2013, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration issued nearly 1,000 citations for…
Don’t Get Trapped By Confined Spaces Hazards
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 1,030 construction workers died from occupational…
5 Types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in any situation in which the hazard in question…
4 Contributors to Low Morale on the Construction Site Part 1
Our Jacksonville construction attorneys know that running a construction company is tough. Construction projects involve…
10 Signs of a Quality Contractor Part 2
Contractors are responsible for organizing construction projects, procuring materials and supplies, and ensuring that all…
10 Signs of a Quality Contractor Part 1
The duties of a contractor are expansive and far-reaching. It takes a high-level intellect, diligent…
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Construction Lawyer in Boca Raton, FL
Proudly Serving Employers An experienced Boca Raton construction lawyer can help you navigate the construction…
Construction Lawyer in Denver, CO
Proudly Serving Employers Our Denver construction lawyers can work with you to make sure your…
Construction Lawyer in Brandon, FL
Proudly Serving Employers Our experienced Brandon, FL construction lawyers have successfully assisted general contractors, architects,…
Miami Office Construction Hits a 10-Year High
Miami is growing at a rapid rate, gaining about 94 residents every day. People are…
The Challenges and Successes of the St. Pete Pier Project
For years, it was questionable whether the St. Pete Pier project would ever reach completion….
What Makes a Leader? The Qualities of an Ideal Project Supervisor
A construction supervisor has one of the most challenging jobs in the industry. They have…
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