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Items Tagged with 'lawsuits'

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Immigration Litigation

Immigration Enforcement Decisons, Lawsuits Stir Uncertainty for Roofing Workforce

Recent court decisions and filings could play key roles in immigration policies
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 27, 2025
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As ICE raids continue on roofing jobsites and businesses, learn more about recent court decisions and litigations that could change how immigration enforcement is enacted.


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Workplace Protection

Lawsuit Claims Roofer Forced Out After Sex Harassment

EEOC alleges Buffalo, N.Y., firm created intolerable conditions leading to worker resignation
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Tanja Kern
October 3, 2025
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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says a Buffalo, N.Y., roofing company violated federal law by ignoring harassment complaints, forcing a roofer to quit after months of abuse by his supervisor.


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OSHA no pudo demostrar que los trabajadores eran empleados, lo que resultó en la desestimación de las citaciones.
Análisis de Noticias

OSHA Anula Multa de $79K, Falla en Carga de la Prueba

Juez de derecho administrativo determina que el Departamento de Trabajo no pudo demostrar que los subcontratistas estaban siendo supervisados
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 23, 2025
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Las multas de OSHA contra un techador de Misuri fueron anuladas después de que un juez dictaminara que los trabajadores eran contratistas independientes, no empleados, lo que subraya la importancia de las pruebas y los estándares de control.



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Regulatory News

ABC: Trump Administration Fails To Rescind Biden’s Anti-Merit Labor Mandate

The association says it will continue to fight PLA mandate in court
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 17, 2025
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The Associated Builders and Contractors trade group, which has long opposed mandated project labor agreements, or PLAs, states that it will continue to challenge the project labor agreement mandate in court.


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A roofing crew works without fall protection—at the center of a recent case where OSHA failed to prove the workers were employees, leading to vacated citations.
News Analysis

OSHA Vacates $79K In Fines, Fails Burden of Proof

Administrative law judge finds Labor Department failed to show subcontractors were being supervised
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 16, 2025
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OSHA citations against a Missouri roofer were tossed after a judge ruled crews were independent contractors, not employees — highlighting proof and control standards.


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Tariffs are a concern for every roofing contractor in the current economy
Strategic Maneuvers

Roofing Tariffs: How to Protect Your Profits

A recent Midwest Roofing Contractors Association webinar offers tips for reducing the impact of tariffs
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 1, 2025
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A recent MRCA webinar explored how roofing contractors can protect profits as Trump’s tariffs drive up material costs, delay projects, and disrupt supply chains.


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Study says worldwide solar can power 65% of global energy needs.
Sustainability News

Rooftop Solar Could Power the World — and Roofing Contractors Hold the Key

New study shows solar panels on roofs worldwide could eliminate the need for fossil fuels
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
March 20, 2025
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A new study suggests covering all suitable rooftops worldwide with solar panels could generate 65% of global electricity: Roofing contractors stand to gain by integrating solar solutions into their services.


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Anti-Trust in Roofing and Responding to Subpoenas
Legal Insights

VIDEO: Roofers and Responding to Subpoenas

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, offers advice on how to respond to a subpoena.
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
January 28, 2025
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In this video, RC contributor Trent Cotney breaks down what roofing contractors need to know about the recent bid-rigging investigations in roofing, and how to respond to a subpoena.


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Jackery unveiled its XBC curved solar shingles at the 2025 CES trade show in Las Vegas.
Solar Roofing Innovation

Jackery's S-Tile Solar Shingle May Outshine Tesla

New solar s-tile unveiled at CES offers an elegant profile even squares will go gaga over
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 21, 2025
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At CES 2025, Jackery unveiled its XBC curved solar shingles, blending a wavy aesthetic with 25% efficiency, modular durability and affordability, outshining pricier options like Tesla's solar roof.


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Litigation

Roofers See Growing Curbs on Contractor-Insurer Communication

Fla. appelate court affirms underpinning of 'arms-length' to ensure accountability
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 9, 2025
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A Florida appeals court ruled that a “Direction to Pay” agreement is not an Assignment of Benefits, emphasizing efforts to curb AOB misuse, reduce litigation, and stabilize rising insurance costs. 


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