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The Chain of Responsibility: What Every Roofing Contractor Must Know

Subcontractor Liability in Construction

June 19, 2025

At the FRSA convention, Legal Insights columnist Trent Cotney discussed the legal risks associated with subcontractors and ICE raids, emphasizing the importance of strong contracts, compliance and effective job site oversight. Learn more in this Best of Success podcast.

ICE Working with Local Enforcement on Jobsite Raids

Legal Insights

Update on Steel Tariffs, ICE Enforcement on Roofing

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains that roofing contractors seeking some economic stability may face challenges with new steel tariffs.

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Trent Cotney

June 12, 2025

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In this video, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores the impact of new steel tariffs and how roofing contractors face immigration enforcement at some unexpected places.

Roofing Safety

VIDEO: Should Prime Contractors Be Responsible for Safety?

Construction attorney Trent Cotney examines the concept of prime contractors and how to mitigate liability

June 5, 2025

If you’re a prime contractor for a job, you have more to worry about than ensuring it’s done on time. Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains prime contractor obligations and how to mitigate safety liability.

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OSHA Punchlists become Roofer Headaches

How roofing contractors can manage punchlists and other requirements on the jobsite

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Trent Cotney

May 29, 2025

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RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores how roofing contractors can best deal with jobsite punchlists.

LIsa Pate gives us a preview of FRSA 2025

Roofing Events

VIDEO: FRSA 2025 Preview

Thousands of roofers and industry stakeholders are expected to attend the 103rd annual Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo.

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Jill Bloom

May 20, 2025

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Lisa Pate, executive director of the Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Association, previews what roofing contractors can expect at this year's Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo June 4-6.

Podcast

Dear Anna: Is My Website Truly Accessible?

Not only does accessibility help with legal compliance, but it could also lead to increased lead generation

May 19, 2025

Statistically, many websites are not compliant with accessibility requirements. Find out if your site is up to snuff to potentially gain new leads in this episode of “Dear Anna.”

Tariffs, Immigration & M&A- What You Need to Know Now

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Roofers React to Tariffs, Negative Emails

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains the latest on how the Trump tariffs are impacting the roofing and construction trades.

April 24, 2025

In this video, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores the moving targets that tariffs have become and how concern is growing among roofing contractors.

Protect Your Roofing Business with Trademarks

VIDEO: Roofers Using Trademarks for Cybersecurity

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains the latest on trademarks in roofing and the Corporate Transparency Act.

April 18, 2025

In this video, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores how roofing contractors can leverage trademarks to protect to brands.

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Dear Anna: How Can I Optimize Lead Generation?

Studying your company’s touchpoints can lead to smarter marketing decisions

April 15, 2025

Marketing expert Anna Anderson challenges contractors to think differently about lead generation to better inform their marketing strategies and budgets.

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Dear Anna: How Do I Sell to the Next Generation?

Combining sales and marketing with technology will give contractors a leg up against competitors

March 17, 2025

Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson explores how roofing contractors should approach selling to the next generation of homeowners looking for a different experience from their grandparents.