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Trent Cotney

Trent Cotney

Trent Cotney is a Partner with Adams & Reese and a Florida Bar Board Certified Construction Lawyer, licensed to practice in multiple states across the U.S. and in Canada. With nearly 25 years of experience, Trent has dedicated his career to serving the construction and roofing industries. He is a zealous advocate for the international commercial roofing sector and serves as general counsel for over 10 prominent trade associations and organizations, including the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA), National Slate Association, Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), and Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA). Trent’s commitment to the industry extends beyond legal counsel; he is an active participant in education, advocacy, and innovation, working tirelessly to address the challenges contractors face and advance the industry as a whole. Known for his deep understanding of construction law and unwavering dedication, Trent Cotney remains a trusted advisor and leader in the roofing community.
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contract-legal-liability

The Shield: Navigating Liability in the Construction Industry During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
September 15, 2020
One Comment

Beyond acting reasonably to keep workers and consumers safe, companies can protect themselves though contractual measures.


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contract-provisions

10 Ways Roofing Contractors Can Avoid Latent Defect Claims

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Ashlee Poplin
July 23, 2020
One Comment

Roofing contractors have a variety of contract provisions they can use to protect themselves from latent or hidden defect claims.


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COVID-19: Mask Requirements in Construction

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Travis McConnell
June 25, 2020
4 Comments

With multiple states experiencing increases in new cases of COVID-19, learn what rules and informal guidelines currently affect the use of face masks in the construction industry.


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Debt Cancellation for Roofing Contractors During COVID-19

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Elliot Haney
May 4, 2020
No Comments

Federal stimulus dollars are geared to help, but roofing contractors need to know the tax implications of accepting benefits.


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$2 Trillion COVID-19 Stimulus to Help Roofing Contractors Stay in Business

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
March 28, 2020
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The Paycheck Protection Program under the CARES Act and expansion of other key SBA programs should help small businesses and contractors weather the COVID-19 storm.
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covid-19-globe

Brace Yourselves, Coronavirus’ Impact on the Roofing Industry Will be Felt

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
March 12, 2020
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It’s not a matter of if, but when the effects will hit your roofing business, how extensive they will be, and how long they will last.


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future of roofing 2020

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, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
February 10, 2020
9 Comments
Discover what macro level influences are and how they help determine the design and colors choices of consumers.
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justice-scales-law

The Current Immigration Climate and its Effect on the Roofing Industry

Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
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.


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federal contractors

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, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
January 13, 2020
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Federal contracts can be a great source of revenue for a contractor.
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2019 roofing industry

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, Attorney at Law
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.
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