Law & Mortar
93 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago -Trent Cotney and John Kenney are dedicated to helping the construction industry with legal, business, and safety challenges. Questions? Please contact [email protected] or [email protected].
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Law & Mortar Episode 89
April 17, 2024 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWelcome to Episode 89 of our podcast! Get ready to dive into the construction world with our special hosts Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. Join us as we dive into the highlights of Roofing Day in DC, discussing the key takeaways and the impact on the industry. We will also share their expert insights on the current political climate and its effects on the market. Whether you're directly involved in roofing or interested in the br...
Law & Mortar Episode 88
April 11, 2024 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB🎙️ Welcome to Episode 88 of our podcast! Get ready to dive into the world of construction with our special guests Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. Together, we'll explore the hottest topic in the industry: Subcontractors. Tune in as we unravel key insights and expert perspectives that are shaping the landscape of construction today. Let's get started! 🏗️
Law & Mortar Episode 87
March 18, 2024 15:00 - 14 minutes - 9.92 MBIn this episode, Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese LLP and John Kenney from Cotney Consulting Group discuss key takeaways from the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2024. They delve into the latest trends, innovations, and strategic insights gained from the event, offering listeners a deep dive into what’s next in the roofing and construction industries. This conversation is essential for professionals looking to stay updated on industry advancements and predictions for the future. Tune in for ...
Law & Mortar Episode 86
February 01, 2024 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.38 MBNew Episode 86 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing The State of The Industry for 2024 and upcoming events in the roofing industry.
Law & Mortar Episode 85
December 21, 2023 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8.16 MBEpisode 85 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing Fleet Management Best Practices and last-minute tips for 2023.
Law & Mortar Episode 84
November 22, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.13 MBJoin us in a riveting conversation on Episode 84 of our podcast, where we delve into the transformative world of skilled labor training. This week, we feature two distinguished guests: Trent Cotney, a prominent Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, the dynamic CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. Our in-depth discussion centers around the pivotal movement to lower the apprenticeship age to under eighteen, a crucial step that promises to revolutionize the industry by allowing students ...
Law & Mortar Episode 83
October 20, 2023 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MBEpisode 83 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing what a contractor may overlook in preparing for a sale, the current M&A climate in our industry, AR collections, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 82
September 22, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 9.77 MBEpisode 82 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing the immigration issues, what is happening at the Western States Roofing expo, and more in this week's podcast.
Law & Mortar Episode 81
August 25, 2023 13:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBEpisode 81 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing the construction outlook for the remainder of 2023 and an advanced look at what we can expect in 2024, safety incentive plans, and more in this week's podcast.
Law & Mortar Episode 80
July 11, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.03 MBEpisode 80 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing how to handle reputation management, field leadership study, and the future workforce, and more in this week's podcast.
Law & Mortar Episode 79
June 16, 2023 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.38 MBEpisode 79 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing contract terms to watch out for, capital impacts, cash flow, employee retention, and more in this week's podcast.
Law & Mortar Episode 78
May 16, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.26 MBEpisode 78 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing Florida's New Immigration law, the possible default on the debt limit, and their effects on business in this week's podcast.
Law & Mortar Episode 77
May 01, 2023 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBEpisode 77 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in this week's podcast.
Law & Mortar Episode 76
March 31, 2023 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBEpisode 76 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing Cal/OSHA's new lead standard, Florids's new law on statute of limitations, what's new at RT3, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 75
March 02, 2023 21:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBNew Episode 75 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discuss OSHA providing work visas to illegals, deep diving into the possible challenges of 2023, the IRE, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 74
February 02, 2023 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBEpisode 74 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, Safety Preparation, and Culture, Issues for contractors loaning or leasing their equipment to other contractors, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 73
January 11, 2023 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBEpisode 73 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed rule prohibiting Non-Compete Agreements, Florida Insurance Market and Business Operations, and the Labor Shortage.
Law & Mortar Episode 72
December 19, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MBEpisode 72 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing year-end preparation and collections, reviewing this year's goals set and the results, and setting goals in 2023.
Law & Mortar Episode 71
November 23, 2022 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.13 MBEpisode 71 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing increasing contractor bankruptcy cases, payment issues on insurance claims, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 70
October 21, 2022 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.49 MBEpisode 70 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing The Independent Contractor Rule, Insurance Do’s and Don’ts, and a look into the use of augmented reality for training in the construction and roofing industry.
Law & Mortar Episode 69
September 15, 2022 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.36 MBNew Episode 69 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing hiring and using non-compete agreements in our industry. They also discuss what's coming at the Western States Roofing Expo and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 68
August 29, 2022 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.1 MBEpisode 68 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing how the EPA considers classifying discarded PVC plastics as hazardous waste. They also discuss the industry’s top issues as we head into the last four months of 2022 and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 68
August 29, 2022 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.1 MBEpisode 68 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing how the EPA considers classifying discarded PVC plastics as hazardous waste. They also discuss the industry’s top issues as we head into the last four months of 2022 and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 67
August 15, 2022 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.71 MBEpisode 67 features Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, discussing 1099 sales agreements, insurance work, subcontractors, industry employee recruitment, and retainage, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 66
August 08, 2022 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.71 MBIn Episode 66, Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss the recent 100th anniversary FRSA Expo, industry uptick with problems collecting money and what you can about it, operational tips, upcoming travel and industry events, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 65
July 11, 2022 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBIn Episode 65 Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss the forced labor protection act, current conditions, recent infrastructure air travel announcement, workforce, recruitment-retainage, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 65
July 11, 2022 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBIn Episode 65 Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss the forced labor protection act, current conditions, recent infrastructure air travel announcement, workforce, recruitment-retainage, and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 64
June 20, 2022 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.71 MBIn Episode 64 Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss the economy and outlook, collections, The International Federation For The Roofing Trade (IFD), and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 63
June 01, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIn episode 63 Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss workplace violence issues, skilled labor and materials issues, and a Floridas special session on homeowners insurance and more.
Law & Mortar Episode 62
May 20, 2022 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.38 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent & John discuss the new Corporate Maintenance for your Business, coatings, and slip-resistant underlayments.
Law & Mortar Episode 62
May 20, 2022 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.38 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent & John discuss the new Corporate Maintenance for your Business, coatings, and slip-resistant underlayments.
Law & Mortar Episode 61
May 13, 2022 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent & John discuss the new Mental Health Awareness and Safety in your Company, Contractor License Issues, the Economy, Inflation, and the Future Outlook.
Law & Mortar Episode 61
May 13, 2022 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent & John discuss the new Mental Health Awareness and Safety in your Company, Contractor License Issues, the Economy, Inflation, and the Future Outlook.
Law & Mortar Episode 60
April 15, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.58 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent & John discuss the new OSHA Expansion of the Electronic Recordkeeping Rule, the New EPA Proposal to ban the ongoing use of Asbestos, and the never-ending supply chain issues.
Law & Mortar Episode 59
February 03, 2022 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.21 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent & John discuss their plan at IRE 2022, update on vaccine mandate, tips for contractors regarding the collection, and come up with the best way of negotiation to release funds when you have a holdback.
Law & Mortar Episode 58
January 20, 2022 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, John greets special guest Kelly Tanner, Client Engagement Manager at Cotney. Kelly tells John about her experience at Durn-Last Inc. in Nashville. John & Kelly discuss clients' feedback about Cotney subscription plans and how plans can help your business. John is interested in what Kelly thinks regarding Cotney's estimating training and how it benefits your standing point in the roofing industry.
Law & Mortar Episode 57
January 13, 2022 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John talk through updates regarding new OSHA ETS, licensing-related issues, upcoming speaking engagements such as TARC, Chicago Trade show, and IRE. John gives a brief overview of the new Project Management Program and Cracking the Code training from ShopCotney.com. In addition, the speakers discuss how to measure the revenue per crew.
Law & Mortar Episode 56
December 22, 2021 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.61 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John discuss the damage from recent storm disasters in Kentucky and Tennessee, the repercussions of material shortages, cardinal change in the construction industry, and the difference between Gross Profit & Net Profit in the roofing business. In the addition, they give an overview of the upcoming Project Management Training Suite on ShopCotney.com at the beginning of the year!
Law & Mortar Episode 55
December 17, 2021 14:00 - 12 minutes - 8.8 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John discuss the updates on OSHA ETS and other vaccine mandates, tricky contractors provisions, upcoming John’s speaking engagements, and Special Holiday deals on ShopCotney.com. John and Trent share their legal & professional opinion on whether the employer should pay commission to the employee that has left the company.
Law & Mortar Episode 54
December 08, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.23 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John discuss the current state of vaccine mandates in the U.S and how to prepare for mandate reform as the new Covid-19 variant spreads. John and Trent also share how Cotney provisions can proactively help your business. Make sure to follow Cotney's social channels to take advantage of upcoming year-end ShopCotney discount codes.
Law & Mortar Episode 53
November 26, 2021 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.54 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, John hosts the podcast with a special guest Christie Coston. John and Christie talk about essential contract provisions for contractors, what awaits the infrastructure industry in the future, and what the contractor should do if he signed the contract and some terms in it are not favorable to him.
Law & Mortar Episode 52
November 19, 2021 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, John hosts the podcast with a special guest Whitney Beasley. John and Whitney discuss the infrastructure bill passed in Congress, why people are leaving the workforce, Cotney helps Metropolitan Ministries, upcoming Black Friday & Cyber Monday sales on shopcotney.com, IRE in February 2022, and how to keep your workers from leaving the company.
Law & Mortar Episode 51
November 10, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John discuss new Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) regulations by OSHA, what employers should do regarding vaccination, how it is going to affect both employers and employers. On the other note, Trent talks about his upcoming business trips, when John presents the new Director of Estimating program from Cotney Consulting Group. Program is available to purchase at https://www.cotneycl.com/o4ku
Law & Mortar Episode 50
November 05, 2021 15:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John chat about upcoming changes to Law & Mortar podcast, the new Cotney office in Ecuador, Roofing Training programs, handling negative reviews online as a contractor, and new OSHA Heat & Injury regulation.
Law & Mortar Episode 49
October 22, 2021 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John discuss the recent National Safety Expo, virtual NRCA Legal Conference, International Federation for Roofing Trade, state government reaction to vaccine mandates order, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021, pandemic impact on every industry on the market and what are the solutions, and how to handle post-review on an employee who is leaving your company.
Law & Mortar Episode 47
October 06, 2021 17:00 - 11 minutes - 8.04 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John discuss METALCON 2021, vaccine mandates, new OSHA regulations regarding hot weather, the National Safety Expo coming this December in Orlando, FL, and the best beginner/ intermediate level training for roofing estimating in the industry.
Law & Mortar Episode 46
September 27, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, Trent and John talk about Best of Success & Western Roofing Expos, roofing estimating certificates PREC and CPRE from Cotney, and how to settle an argument with the other side, if they do not want to resolve it peacefully.
Law & Mortar Episode 45
September 09, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MBIn this episode of Law & Mortar, John and Trent discuss manufacturers releasing pricing news, Project Management Training from Cotney coming soon, the new Covid-19 "Mu" variant, and how employers should deal with withholdings when an employee is leaving a company.
Law & Mortar Episode 44
September 02, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBJohn and Trent discuss John's new World of Roofing Podcast, vaccine mandates and developing policies & procedures to protect your business and employees from OSHA, and John and Trent's upcoming presentations at Best of Success and Western Roofing Expo 2021!
Law & Mortar Episode 43
August 23, 2021 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBIn this episode, Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss last weeks webinar on OSHA safety, generational legal & business differences in the workforce & an upcoming webinar on how to navigate this, Tesla’s humanoid robot and how it will impact the construction industry, and the importance of cyber security.