The ripple effects from The Home Depot’s blockbuster acquisition of SRS Distribution are still being felt, but it didn’t come as a big surprise to roofing industry observer and legal expert Trent Cotney. In this exclusive episode, Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, breaks down why the deal made sense for both the retail giant and the fastest-growing roofing supplier in the nation.

Cotney also discussed other recent headlines from RC, including the controversy over OSHA’s new rules for worker representation during OSHA inspections. The new ‘worker walk around’ rules go into effect in May. Check out the full conversation here.

As the first-ever female president and vice president of the Montana Roofing Association, Morgan Thiel and Rachel Hoover are focused on growing the association's membership and outreach, especially to young people and women in the roofing industry. Learn more about these dynamic leaders in this exclusive interview.

Upcoming legislation in Minnesota could forever change how contractors do business in the state, and could lead to other states following suit. In this episode, legal expert Trent Cotney and Minnesota roofing contractors share their concerns about HF 4444.

The FCC recently clarified aspects of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, making it easier for consumers to revoke consent from receiving “robocalls” and “robotexts.” RC’s marketing and legal experts explain what roofing contractors need to know to stay compliant while marketing your business.

Justin Koscher, president of the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA), recently sat down with RC to discuss the latest innovations in the space, and what roofing contractors can look for in the coming year. Listen to the full conversation here.

The Corporate Transparency Act, an anti-money laundering law called invasive by opponents, has been deemed unconstitutional by a federal judge. Does this mean roofing contractors no longer have to worry about how it’ll affect their business? Legal Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on the ruling.

It's important for roofing contractors to stay on top of the latest trends and issues if they hope to subcontract their labor successfully, which is why RC recently turned to the expertise of Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, about how the subcontractor market has changed over the past year.