In Episode 114 of Law and Mortar, Trent Cotney and John Kenney discuss a growing trend that every contractor should be watching: increased coordination between government agencies and heightened enforcement across the construction industry.

From OSHA and wage-and-hour investigations to workers' compensation, licensing, and labor compliance, contractors are facing more comprehensive inspections than ever before. Trent and John explain why compliance can no longer be viewed as individual issues—it must be managed as a complete business system.

They also discuss the challenges of managing subcontractors, recent increases in OSHA inspections related to heat illness, and practical steps contractors can take to reduce risk before an inspection ever occurs.

The episode concludes by answering a listener's question about scaling a roofing company, including where contractors should find education, networking, and leadership resources.

Topics include:

• Coordinated government agency investigations
• OSHA, wage-and-hour, workers' compensation, and licensing compliance
• Managing subcontractor risk
• Heat illness prevention and documentation
• Why safety fundamentals still matter
• Resources for growing and scaling a roofing business
• The value of local roofing associations and manufacturer training

Whether you're running a five-person company or a multi-state operation, this episode offers practical guidance on reducing risk while building a stronger business.

Connect with the Hosts

Trent Cotney – Construction Attorney & Partner, Adams and Reese LLP
Nationally recognized construction attorney serving the roofing and construction industries.

🌐 www.adamsandreese.com

John Kenney – CEO, Cotney Consulting Group
Helping roofing contractors improve operations, profitability, estimating, leadership, and business performance.

🌐 www.cotneyconsulting.com

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