Business

With the COVID-19 outbreak, every construction business across the country should be preparing for economic challenges ahead. Now more than ever before, businesses must consider ways to improve their processes

A recent survey conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America reveals a startling picture of a construction industry impaired by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). “Owners are not only halting

Oregon, like every other state, has its own set of licensing rules. These rules are designed to ensure that business owners and homeowners are hiring reliable contractors that carry insurance

Whether you own a large construction business with a human resources department or you manage these decisions yourself, during turbulent economic times, you may have to reduce payroll. In this

Mediation and arbitration are two alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods. ADR methods are often preferred to litigation because of their time- and cost-saving qualities. But while mediation and arbitration are

Business owners often have a trusted lawyer whom they turn to for legal advice. This lawyer can be a true asset when needing to defend against or pursue a claim.

As we reach the end of April, contractors operating out of Tennessee are wondering how much longer the various stay-at-home orders throughout the state will remain in effect. Just this

At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, we often advocate that contractors try to resolve disputes without resorting to litigation. The reason being that litigation can be incredibly costly and time-consuming for

Our team has written at length about force majeure contract clauses. These essential contract clauses can provide contractors with needed relief in the event of an unforeseen circumstance, such as

An experience modifier rate (EMR) is a crucial safety metric for companies in the construction industry that uses the previous cost of injuries in the history of the company as