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Articles by Trent Cotney

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Practice Safety During Hurricane Recovery

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
October 11, 2024
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Now that Hurricane Milton has passed — and recovery from Hurricane Helene continues — Floridians are faced with cleaning up, repairing and rebuilding. In some counties, businesses and houses were damaged or destroyed. Power outages are widespread, and it may be some time before the flooding subsides.


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Do You Know Your Company’s Policy on Marijuana Use?
Legal Insights

VIDEO: Do You Know Your Company’s Policy on Marijuana Use?

Trent Cotney gives us an update on this controversial issue of monitoring weed and how OSHA deals with consumers of the drug.
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Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
September 25, 2024
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In this video, W&C contributor Trent Cotney discusses ways to reach potential and existing customers.  


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Construction Workers Wearing Safety Helmets

FTC Bans Non-Compete Agreements for Most Workers

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
April 24, 2024
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On April 23, the Federal Trade Commission voted 3-2 to issue a new rule prohibiting the use of non-compete agreements for most U.S. workers. It is estimated that approximately 30 million workers are currently bound by such agreements, which prevent them from changing employers in their industry.


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Subcontractor Update: Important Details You Need to Know

Subcontractor Update: Important Details You Need to Know

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
March 7, 2024
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OSHA: Know Your Rights

OSHA: Know Your Rights

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
March 5, 2024
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Important Corporate Transparency Act Information

Important Corporate Transparency Act Information

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
February 20, 2024
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Explore the critical implications of the Corporate Transparency Act in the latest episode of If Walls Could Talk, featuring insights from legal expert Trent Cotney.
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Drainage and Design

VIDEO: Drainage and Design

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
February 16, 2024
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Contractors have a lot to keep an eye on when it comes to building replacements of any kind. However, one area they often overlook is the importance of proper drainage on existing structures
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The Independent Contractor Ruling

The Independent Contractor Ruling

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
January 26, 2024
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Remedies for Delayed Payments

VIDEO: Remedies for Delayed Payments

Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
December 6, 2023
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Safety Incentives – Could This Limit Proper Reporting?

Video: Is Your Property at Risk For Fire?

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
October 27, 2023
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