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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.
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…
Sales Tax and the Construction Industry
As a construction business grows, so does the number of responsibilities a contractor is forced…
Sustainability Struggles: Measuring the Cost of Energy-Efficient Homes for Contractors
In December 2019, Home Innovation Research Labs published its latest omnibus surveys of home building…
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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…
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…
The Hazards of Working Construction After Dark Part 2
As we discussed in part one, night-time construction work presents many construction firms with hurdles,…
The Hazards of Working Construction After Dark Part 1
While overnight construction work may be convenient for the general populace, it can be incredibly…
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4 Ways to Prevent Runovers and Backovers in Construction
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), backover and runover fatalities account for dozens…
Prepare an Effective Scope of Work For Your Next Construction Project
Every professional in the construction industry can tell you that one of the most important…
The Factors Involved in Termination for Cause
If you’re a contractor that owns a construction business, it’s important to be aware of…
5 Important Facts About Florida Workers’ Compensation
Work-related injuries happen when you least expect them. Injuring yourself on the job affects your…
Roofing: One of the Most Dangerous Jobs in the United States
According to the 2016 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (released by the Bureau of Labor…
Is Your Construction Site Prepared for June’s National Safety Month
Construction professionals across the nation should be focused on reducing injury and death rates at…
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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…
You Can’t Fake a Lawyer’s Demand Letter
When a dispute emerges on a construction project, the demand letter is the first tool…
Worst-Case Scenario: The Construction Contract
General contractors and subcontractors alike can find themselves in a difficult position as a result…
What Mistakes Could Your Construction Contract Be Hiding?
The construction contract is king. It’s the single most important determiner of how projects, payments,…
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