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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.
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…
The Effects of Coronavirus on the Construction Industry
With no end currently in sight to the extensive outbreak in China of the novel…
2020 OSHA Workplace Safety Penalties to Increase
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is increasing workplace safety penalties for 2020. The…
OSHA to Focus on Leading Indicators
As opposed to lagging indicators, leading indicators are proactive measures that can bring attention to…
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Breach of Contract: Impossibility of Performance Part 1
In the construction industry, contracts are a part of every single construction project. Contracts are…
Change Directives, Change Orders, And Construction Changes
The construction industry comes equipped with it’s own terminology, and some of the common terms…
Abandonment In A Construction Contract
There are many terms and agreements in construction contracts that contractors should be aware of….
Change orders during a construction project are one of the most litigated issues in the…
Common Steps In The Public Bidding Process
As Tampa construction attorneys, we know the process for bidding on public projects can be…
Bidding On Public Versus Private Projects
In the construction industry, there are two types of bidding processes; public and private. As…
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…
Contingent Payments and Liens in Tennessee Part 1
Tennessee Senator Jack Johnson is attempting to push through Senate Bill 324 (HB271), which will…
Tired of Nonpayment? Here’s What to Do
In the construction industry, there’s nothing more frustrating than finishing your portion of a project…
Surety Bonds and Illegal Waivers
Maintaining the tight-knit relationship between the surety bond industry and the construction industry is vital…
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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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Contractor Attorney in Clearwater, FL
Proudly Serving Employers Our team of seasoned attorneys in Clearwater, FL help defend general contractors,…
The Effect of Tariffs on Healthcare Construction Part 1
On September 24, 2018, the Trump administration established a 10 percent tariff on 5,745 items…
Construction Financing for Contractors
Contractors are tasked with charting a project’s path forward by disseminating finances according to the…
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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