Authors

Trent Cotney

Trent Cotney is a partner and practice group leader at the law firm Adams and Reese LLP, Tampa, Fla., and NRCA’sgeneral counsel.

Articles authored

TitleSubtitleDate
More than meets the eyeRoof system warranties are not as straightforward as they seemApril 2025
Smart constructionAI solutions can improve your company’s productivityDecember 2024
Go green (but carefully)Greenwashing is becoming more prevalent and leading to lawsuitsJuly 2024
Just say noPrice fixing and other antitrust violations will result in steep fines and jail timeApril 2024
A loosening of lawsRecent changes to child labor laws could affect construction projectsMarch 2024
The perks and perils of private equitySelling your company can be greatly beneficial to you, but there are potential downsidesDecember 2023
Picking a partnerJoint ventures can be great for business, but make sure they are structured correctlyJuly 2023
Home court advantageHow the home court law affects construction litigationApril 2023
Prepping for complianceWhat federal contractors need to know about environmental mandatesDecember 2022
Added protectionThe ADA protects those with opioid use disorderSeptember 2022
An ounce of preventionDispute resolution starts with contract provisionsMay 2022
Subcontract with cautionThere are critical considerations to undertake before hiring subcontractorsFebruary 2022
Taking back controlSupply chain disruptions can be mitigated by FAR clauses for federal contractorsNovember 2021
Hang on for a bumpy rideHow trucker shortages and diesel prices affect material costsJuly 2021
Pandemic protectionShielding yourself from COVID-19 is important, but you also need to shield your businessDecember 2020
Building blocks Blockchains can enhance construction project managementOctober 2018