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The Cotney Brief Issue 17
Posted by [email protected] on Sep. 14, 2026 / Subscribe 0
A federal court just upheld EPA’s move to label key PFAS chemicals as hazardous under CERCLA — opening the door to expanded cleanup and cost?recovery actions. Contractors may face new scrutiny over PFAS exposure, disposal, and contract risk.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 16
Posted by [email protected] on Aug. 18, 2026 / Subscribe 0
Tariffs, notice deadlines, daily report rules, and rising community opposition are reshaping construction risk. Contractors must track tariff exposure, give timely notice, and clarify responsibilities when public review affects project costs and schedules
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The Cotney Brief Issue 15
Posted by [email protected] on Jul. 24, 2026 / Subscribe 0
Check out the newest Cotney Brief: Tennessee now voids noncompetes under $70K and contractors are urged to follow manufacturer instructions to avoid warranty loss and resolve conflicts before work proceeds.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 14
Posted by [email protected] on Jul. 23, 2026 / Subscribe 0
The newest edition of the Cotney Brief is now available. Check out the latest regulatory updates, case law developments, and industry insights.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 13
Posted by [email protected] on May. 22, 2026 / Subscribe 0
In the latest Cotney Brief: the NLRB restores a contractor-friendly joint-employer test, a Florida court limits pre-bid immunity, and shifting tariffs underscore the need for solid escalation protections.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 12
Posted by [email protected] on Apr. 28, 2026 / Subscribe 0
April’s Cotney Brief breaks down Ohio’s new E-Verify mandate, a Federal Circuit reminder to address patent ambiguities early, a model dry-in clause, and how softening contractor confidence is already raising legal and contract risk.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 11
Posted by [email protected] on Mar. 24, 2026 / Subscribe 0
Stay informed with updates on the DOL’s contractor rule proposal, a major Supreme Court tariff decision, enforceable e?signature clauses, and key TCPA compliance steps for contractors.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 10
Posted by [email protected] on Feb. 20, 2026 / Subscribe 0
Fresh legal insights, industry trends, and contractor guidance — the newest Cotney Brief is here.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 9
Posted by [email protected] on Jan. 14, 2026 / Subscribe 0
California updates home improvement contract rules, Florida clarifies fee?shifting limits, and contractors gain new guidance on access control clauses and emerging opportunities in Venezuela and Cuba.
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The Cotney Brief Issue 8
Posted by [email protected] on Dec. 24, 2025 / Subscribe 0
The Cotney Brief is back with timely legal updates every contractor should know—straightforward, practical, and built for busy professionals.
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