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Articles by Trent Cotney

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Legal Insights

Wildlife, Pests & Lawsuits: Are You Covered?

How roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
September 16, 2025
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Here's how roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof. Plus, advice on a contract clause that could save you thousands.


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Warranties and Material Failures Explained
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Warranties and Material Failures Explained

OSHA’s growing self-auditing and compliance programs for roofing contractors
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
September 10, 2025
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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses how OSHA’s self-audit programs can provide opportunities for roofing contractors.
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OSHA Self-Auditing Strategies for Roofing Contractors
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OSHA Self-Auditing Strategies for Roofing Contractors

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses how OSHA’s self-audit programs can provide opportunities for roofing contractors.
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
August 21, 2025
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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses how OSHA’s self-audit programs can provide opportunities for roofing contractors.
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Breaking Down the Big Beautiful Bill and OSHA Enforcement
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VIDEO: New Legislation and OSHA Reforms Offer Major Relief for Contractors

Breaking Down the Big Beautiful Bill and OSHA Enforcement Update
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
John Wyatt
July 31, 2025
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Construction attorney Trent Cotney outlines key tax benefits and workforce development provisions in a new federal bill, along with recent OSHA enforcement changes that offer significant relief and opportunities for contractors.
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Big Impact of 179D Repeal and China Tariff Update
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Big Changes for Roofers as 179D Repealed

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains what the latest rulings mean for roofing contractors.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
July 9, 2025
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In this video, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores the impact of impending tariffs and how roofing contractors can prepare for other big changes ahead.
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The Chain of Responsibility: What Every Roofing Contractor Must Know
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The Chain of Responsibility: What Every Roofing Contractor Must Know

Subcontractor Liability in Construction
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
John Wyatt
June 19, 2025
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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.
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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.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
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.
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Should Prime Contractors Be Responsible for Safety?
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VIDEO: Should Prime Contractors Be Responsible for Safety?

Construction attorney Trent Cotney examines the concept of prime contractors and how to mitigate liability
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
June 5, 2025
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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
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OSHA Punchlists become Roofer Headaches

How roofing contractors can manage punchlists and other requirements on the jobsite
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
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.
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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.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
April 24, 2025
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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.


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