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Contractors: Now Is the Time to Speak Up on the Dignity Act

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Labor Shortages Intensify as Immigration Uncertainty Grows

Contractors Look to Dignity Act

Jill Bloom

Trent Cotney

February 25, 2026

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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney and Michele Meier, general manager at Clear Choice Restoration, say the proposed Dignity Act could create a structured legal pathway for undocumented workers, offering much-needed workforce stabilization for construction trades facing mounting labor shortages.

Professional Standards That Protect Your Company

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Is ICE Targeting My Crew?

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney discusses how to handle perceived targeting of crews on-the-job when it comes to immigration enforcement.

February 17, 2026

Trent Cotney discusses ways to handle and avoid targeting during immigration enforcement sweeps in your community.

I-9 Audits, Raids and Contractor Compliance

Jill Bloom talks with construction law expert Trent Cotney to unpack I-9 audits, ICE raids and the compliance mistakes that could cost contractors everything (and how to avoid them).

January 16, 2026

Jill Bloom talks with construction law expert Trent Cotney to unpack I-9 audits, ICE raids and the compliance mistakes that could cost contractors everything (and how to avoid them).

Economist Alex Chausovsky discussing tariffs at METALCON, produced by Metal Construction Association

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Economist Outlook: Navigating Complexity in 2026

Flat growth, persistent tariffs, and workforce pressures shape a more complex—not collapsing—economic outlook.

John Wyatt

January 9, 2026

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Alex Chausovsky warns that while the U.S. economy is holding steady, unresolved workforce shortages and immigration policy could pose serious challenges by 2027—making employee retention a top priority now.

Outlook to Show How Data Center Demand, ICE Enforcement and Other Factors Will Impact Construction Companies This Year

Construction association and sage will release the 2026 "Construction Hiring & Business Outlook Showing Industry’s Expectations for the Year" on January 8.

January 4, 2026

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Construction association and sage will release the 2026 "Construction Hiring & Business Outlook Showing Industry’s Expectations for the Year" on January 8.

Employers will face increased worksite inspections as the Trump administration cracks down on migrants in the United States illegally

A Look Back

Walls & Ceilings Top 10 Articles of 2025

The stories that shaped the wall and ceiling industry—and the conversations they sparked—in 2025.

Tanja Kern

December 22, 2025

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From sweeping industry-shaping acquisitions to unprecedented labor disruptions, 2025 proved to be a year that tested—and redefined—the wall and ceiling construction industry.

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I-9 Raids Are Rising - Don't Get Caught Off Guard

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.

December 15, 2025

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.

From Detroit to Detained: How a Simple Mistake Spiraled

What happened to a friend of mine revealed just how fragile fairness can be — and why it matters more than ever in our industry.

Jill Bloom

November 24, 2025

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What happened to a friend of mine revealed just how fragile fairness can be — and why it matters more than ever in our industry.

Enforcement Changes at ICE- What it Means for Roofing Contractors

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Enforcement Changes at ICE - What it Means for Contractors

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on what these changes mean for contractors that are already dealing with increased enforcement and scrutiny

November 3, 2025

The Trump Administration recently announced a shake-up at some offices of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that will have an impact on efforts to enforce immigration laws and step up deportations.

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Contractors Urged to Embrace Self-Audits as Federal Oversight Expands

In the latest episode of “If Walls Could Talk,” Legal Insights contributor Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains why contractors should proactively conduct self-audits to improve compliance, reduce risks, and prepare for shifting federal regulations.

August 28, 2025

In the latest episode of “If Walls Could Talk,” Legal Insights contributor Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains why contractors should proactively conduct self-audits to improve compliance, reduce risks, and prepare for shifting federal regulations.