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The group focuses on research and dissemination of technology information that could make a difference not only with attracting and retaining talent but also improving the professional reputation of the roofing industry. The question that keeps presenting itself in every corner of the roofing industry is how are we going ... Read More

By Jacqueline N. Feliciano, Cotney Construction Law Thanks to the Act, clients may now be able to deduct the full price for improvements made to the roof instantly from their gross income. Prior to the Act, improvements made to nonresidential roofs were not fully deductible. Rather, when a client paid for a ... Read More

RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says that for worker safety it’s important for contractors to have a cell phone policy. We live in a mobile world. With so many useful and entertaining features, we’ve quickly become dependent on our phones. This can be problematic when it comes to cell phone use and ... Read More

By Cotney Construction Law. Having a standard change order process can reduce or prevent project disputes. Change orders, when handled properly, can increase project profitability, reduce the likelihood of disputes, and protect the reputation of your business. However, change orders are one of the most common disputes for construction projects and are ... Read More

By David Kronenfeld, Cotney Construction Law. Critical components of a succession plan help prevent potential disruption down the road. A good business succession plan finds its roots in a solid operating or shareholder agreement. Establishing baseline rules for who has voting interests, who can transfer their interests in the company, what happens ... Read More

This year’s deadline for submitting your 2017 OSHA reports is July 1, 2018. For the first time, all submissions must be made online via OSHA’s website. If you are an employer in a ‘high risk industry’ (like construction) and employ anywhere between 20 and 249 employees, you must submit your OSHA ... Read More

RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says that millennials are usually more open minded and think outside the box. I don’t like the term millennial, because I think it’s a stereotype. I am a Generation X-er and when I was starting out in the workforce, I can remember being labeled as slackers who ... Read More

By Cotney Construction Law. Market is growing but competition demands strategies to grow your business. The construction industry is growing and the roofing industry is no exception. But to ensure business growth, roofing contractors must (1) hire skilled workers, (2) stay informed and relevant, and (3) review pricing. Plus, as a bonus ... Read More

By Anita Lum, Cotney Construction Law. Technology has been at the forefront of nearly every industry for the past decade and roofing is no exception. The roofing industry is ripe for change and has been transforming rapidly as more and more contractors embrace the use of technology in their day-to-day operations. David ... Read More

The newly elected board of directors will serve terms that range from one to three years in length. Dallas, Texas – Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, announced that it has elected six directors of the board at ... Read More

By Jade A. Craig, Cotney Construction Law. Understanding HUD activities and programs helps contractors grow their business. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) plays a critical role in protecting the foundation of the residential housing market as the insurer of loans for moderate-income single-family home buyers and for multifamily ... Read More

By Cotney Construction Law. A good employee manual increases efficiency, decreases costs, and limits liability and legal costs. A well-written employee handbook sets the rules and expectations for employees and can save you money in a number of ways. A good employee manual serves to increase administrative efficiency, decrease operating costs, and ... Read More

By Cotney Construction Law. There are many benefits to self-navigating rovers and drones that provide workplace surveillance. There is a four-part article that covers the future of construction site surveillance. Part one covered the newest inventions that are impacting the construction industry. Here in part two, we will cover emerging artificial intelligence--where ... Read More

Auerbach to assist association with organization, bylaws, operations, and governance policies. Palm Bay, Florida - Attorney Daniel Auerbach of Cotney Construction Law, LLP has recently been named General Counsel of the Space Coast Licensed Roofers Association (SCLRA). In this role, Auerbach will provide legal assistance to the association’s board of directors ... Read More

State statute on property owner actions against construction professionals vary widely by state. By Cotney Construction Law. Each state imposes a strict time period in which a building or property owner may bring an action against a contractor, architect, engineer, or other construction professional for a construction defect; referred to as a ... Read More