The Importance of Construction Documents
Tue, Feb 20, 2018
Trent Cotney, PA, Cotney Construction Law
This article will discuss the importance of maintaining and retaining documents on construction projects. Twenty years ago, a contractor could complete a construction project with a handshake and an invoice.... Read More
Can You Fire an Employee for Their Facebook Post?
Sun, Jan 21, 2018
Trent Cotney, PA, Cotney Construction Law
Today’s world is fueled by social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. In the modern employment environment, it is inevitable that a disgruntled employee will vent about his or her w... Read More
Three Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Best Employees
Thu, Dec 21, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA, Construction Law Group
The labor shortage within the construction industry has left roofing companies competing for qualified workers while trying to retain existing talent. Because your employees are a significant investment, espe... Read More
What You Need to Know About Warranties
Tue, Nov 21, 2017
Trent Cotney, P.A.
There are a variety of warranties in the roofing industry, including warranties provided by material suppliers and warranties governing the workmanship of a roofing contractor. Often, a roofer or supplier may want to limit the war... Read More
Employee? Or Independent Contractor? Why It Matters
Tue, Nov 21, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA, Construction Law Group
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors can have a significant negative impact on your roofing business. An employer that mis-classifies a worker can face costly fines, civil damages, tax ... Read More
Five Key Commercial Roofing Contract Provisions
Sat, Oct 21, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA, Construction Law Group
Commercial roofing contracts are replete with legal landmines. A roofer that can identify and focus on key provisions may be able to reduce liability. This article focuses on some of the key contract provisio... Read More
Additional Insureds
Mon, Aug 28, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA, Construction Law Group
Additional insureds are typically required on Commercial General Liability (CGL) policies of prime contractors and subcontractors. An owner may require the prime contractor to name them as an additional insur... Read More
Ponding Water and Manufacturer Warranties
Mon, May 29, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA, FRSA LEGAL COUNSEL
Ponding water can be a problem on roof systems and a routine justification for non-payment. Standing water can degrade roof materials, cause the collection of debris and muck and increase the UV degradation by fo... Read More
Getting Paid for Mobilization and Demobilization Costs
Wed, Mar 22, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA
Most disputes in construction arise out of change orders or disputes over extra work. One of the most difficult “extra work” charges for roofers to recover is mobilization and demobilization costs. Often, a roofer may be... Read More
The Slavin Doctrine
Sun, Jan 22, 2017
Trent Cotney, PA
It is not unusual for a roofer to be sued when someone is injured on a project, even if the injury occurs after the project has been accepted. Often, the injured person sues the roofer alleging that his/her injuries were caused by t... Read More
