Trent Cotney of Trent Cotney, P.A. Construction Law Group in Tampa, Fla. is Florida Bar Board Certified in Construction Law, the General Counsel and a director of the Florida Roofing Sheet Metal and Air-Conditioning Contractors Association (FRSA), a director of the West Coast Roofing Contractor’s Association (WCRCA) and a member of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). For more information, contact the author at 866-303-5868 or tcotney@trentcotney.com.

Check out his website at www.roofinglawyer.com.

2020 Vision: A Look Ahead for the Roofing Industry

Embracing national certification efforts and innovative new technologies in 2020 will help increase efficiency and cut costs for roofing contractors.

Trent Cotney

February 10, 2020

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Discover what macro level influences are and how they help determine the design and colors choices of consumers.

The Current Immigration Climate and its Effect on the Roofing Industry

Trent Cotney

January 29, 2020

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Understanding the current immigration climate can help roofers navigate the U.S. immigration system in a way that could potentially become a competitive advantage as opposed to a disadvantage.

Roofing on Federal Projects; Nagivating FAR and E-Verify

Before bidding for a federal contract, it is important to understand the ramifications and requirements that come along with federal contracts in terms of E-Verify.

Trent Cotney

January 13, 2020

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Federal contracts can be a great source of revenue for a contractor.

What Should Roofing Contractors Expect to See in 2019?

Roofing industry professionals should not enter the year with higher expectations than are realistic.

Trent Cotney

February 21, 2019

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It’s time to review the major factors that impacted the roofing industry in 2018 and what major events the industry has to look forward to in 2019.

To Test or Not to Test?

OSHA’s new anti-retaliation rule creates challenges for roofing contractors that use drug-testing procedures.

Trent Cotney

August 15, 2017

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Amid the rapid changes in marijuana policy and OSHA's controversial new Anti-Retaliation Rule, employers face challenges when implementing policies for drug testing and accident reporting.

Are Employers’ Rights Up In Smoke?

The legalization of marijuana in some markets is creating concerns for rooﬁng contractors.

Trent Cotney

July 17, 2017

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The legalization of marijuana in some markets is creating concerns for rooﬁng contractors.

How The Defend Trade Secrets Act Affects Roofers

Safeguarding trade secrets can help put roofers in a better position to secure and retain skilled workers.

Trent Cotney

March 20, 2017

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The Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 (DTSA), effective May 12, now provides federal jurisdiction for trade secret misappropration.

IRE Seminar: Understanding the Legalities of Using Roofing Subcontractors

Subcontractors can Effectively Supplement Work Crews, but Roofers Need to Know All the Risks

Trent Cotney

February 24, 2017

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Trent Cotney and Anthony Tilton will give a presentation about the legal issues pertaining to the use of roofing subcontractors.

Tesla's New Solar Roof System Won't Mark the End of Shingles

Does the Tesla/SolarCity merger mean roofers should hang up their nail guns? Not any time soon.

Trent Cotney

February 6, 2017

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk set out to create a roof product that would be cheaper, provide useable electricity, and be aesthetically appealing.

Breaking Down OSHA's New Injury Reporting Rule for Roofing Contractors

Trent Cotney

July 6, 2016

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In recent years, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has dramatically increased rulemaking that has impacted the roofing industry.

Roofing Contractor Magazine

2020 February

The February issue of Roofing Contractor features our State of the Roofing Industry! Keep up to date on the latest roofing trends and what the future may hold for roofing businesses and roofing workers.

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