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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.
Substantial Completion and Construction Defect Cases
Wherever performing construction work, business owners should know that there’s a specific time period in…
The Challenges of Owning a Construction Business and How a Construction Subscription Plan Can Help
There can be a great deal of satisfaction in owning your own construction business. From…
Safety Standards and the Rights of Your Workforce
As OSHA defense attorneys, we often stress the importance of our clients’ (construction employers) need…
Top Skills to Look for in 2020 Construction Hires
The most productive workers of today have a hybrid set of abilities both old and…
Everything You Need to Know About the City of Jacksonville Sustainable Building Program Ordinance
The City of Jacksonville Sustainable Building Program Ordinance was established by Chapter 327 of the…
How Large-Scale Residential Contractors Save Money by Building Two-Story Homes
When taking on large-scale residential projects, it’s important to work hand-in-hand with the owner to…
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Consideration in a Construction Contract
What Is Consideration? Consideration is an important element of construction contracts. It is the benefit…
In the construction world, contractors deal with contracts on a daily basis. A contract is…
Benefits Of Hiring An Attorney For Your Bid Protest
HOW CAN AN ATTORNEY HELP YOUR CASE? If a contract has been awarded on a…
Change orders, when handled improperly, will increase project profitability, reduce the likelihood of construction disputes,…
Common Hazards in the Construction Industry (Part 1)
There are a variety of hazards that can lead to serious injury, illness and fatality…
An Introduction to Mechanics Lien Bonds
Once completing a project, the contractor and subcontractors are entitled to and expect to receive…
How to Avoid Being Blamed for a Construction Defect Part 2
A single mistake in the construction process can lead to a construction defect claim years…
How to Avoid Being Blamed for a Construction Defect Part 1
Imagine that you’ve completed a construction project. All the planning, hard work, and late hours…
New Bill for OSHA Heat Standard
From military branches to various states, many different heat prevention guidelines have been promulgated; however,…
The Immigration Corner: Changes to the EB-5 Rules Are Here
On July 24, 2019, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) published its final rule (hereinafter…
The Profitable and Environmental Benefits of Sustainable Construction Part 2
Construction companies that are looking for a building process that can reduce waste, improve their…
The Profitable and Environmental Benefits of Sustainable Construction Part 1
Sustainable construction is a growing trend in the construction industry. Construction firms that can adopt…
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On June 30, 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis signed “The Occupational Freedom and Opportunity Act” into…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Nail Gun Safety
A nail gun is a type of power tool used every day on construction sites…
4 Ways to Prevent Runovers and Backovers in Construction
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), backover and runover fatalities account for dozens…
Understanding Miller Bond Claims
Lien law is a powerful tool that is in place to protect construction professionals’ right…
3 Technologies That Can Improve Your Roofing Business
The roofing industry can be a competitive market. Most successful roofing businesses established themselves years…
5 Important Facts About Florida Workers’ Compensation
Work-related injuries happen when you least expect them. Injuring yourself on the job affects your…
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Cost Indices and Cost Estimates Part 1
Historical cost data is commonly used to help make precise cost estimates for construction projects,…
Considering the Price of Construction for Cost Estimators Part 2
In part one of this two-part series, the Dade County construction attorneys at Cotney Construction…
Considering the Price of Construction for Cost Estimators Part 1
When considering the vast quantity of items that collectively form a cost estimate for a…
Are You Up to Date With OSHA 2019 Ladder Regulations?
Falls from elevated surfaces make up the biggest percentage of construction related deaths and injuries….
Safety and Technology in the Workplace
As advocates for the construction industry, we often boast about the technological wonders of the…
You Can’t Fake a Lawyer’s Demand Letter
When a dispute emerges on a construction project, the demand letter is the first tool…
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