Cotney explains why contractors should pay special attention to sectoral bargaining in the construction industry and why he is nervous about government intervention.
On Tuesday, Oct. 11, the Department of Labor issued new guidelines for categorizing independent contractors and employees per the Fair Labor Standards Act. The proposed rule is an overhaul of the existing guidelines and is similar to the rule adopted during the Obama administration.
The destruction caused by Hurricane Ian has created tough working conditions. Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese sheds light on how contractors should prepare.
Hurricane Ian created billions of dollars of damages to homes, buildings and a variety of structures throughout Florida. As the construction industry mobilizes to assist with cleanup and restoration, it is important for out-of-state contractors to understand the complexity and enforcement of Florida’s construction licensing laws.
At a time when the contractor industry is still feeling the supply-chain crunch, California’s legal stance on independent contractors, including 70,000 truckers specifically could make things worse, says Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, of Adams and Reese.
Ongoing supply issues facing contractors may be further complicated by human rights violations in China, warns Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese.
In this Legal Insights, Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, shares what contractors need to know about the overturning of Roe v. Wade regarding HR and healthcare policies.
Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese gives a few brief tips on what contractors should know about arbitration as well as what to keep in mind if buying or selling a contracting company.
