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Avoiding contract catastrophes
By Evelyn Witterholt Learn how regular contract audits can benefit your roofing business. Roofing contractors know that the fine print on their contracts is everything. But after spending countless hours drafting and re-writing your contracts, it’s easy for the little things to fall through the cracks. That’s why it’s never ...
Don't get left behind in AI integration
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says AI will play a bigger role in helping determine profitability in roofing. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Trent Cotney from Adams and Reese. You can read the interview below or watch the video. Megan Ellsworth: Hello everyone. My name is ...
Understanding 1099, W-2 and subcrews
By Anna Lockhart. While utilizing subcrews has challenges and legal rulings to navigate, there are many advantages to hiring these crews for your projects. In a recent Read Listen Watch®, “Navigating the Legal Side of Subcrews,” Karen Edwards sat down with Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese ...
OSHA clarifies who may attend workplace inspections
Although the amendment preserves certain protections for employers, it is important to understand how employers can prepare for this new style of OSHA inspection. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently amended 29 CFR 1903.8(c) to clarify who may represent employees during workplace inspections. Because these amendments will go into ...
Mississippi amends code for residential roof contractors. What changes do you need to know?
By Alec Taylor, Adams and Reese. Residential roof contractors need to be aware of final amendments to a Mississippi state code that governs the interaction between a residential roofing contractor and a homeowner when insurance proceeds pay for some or all of a roof repair. On May 8, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves ...
Understanding immigration law and the H-1B Visa program
By Dani Sheehan. The H-1B Visa program can be an opportunity for employers to find workers. Tune in to this podcast episode to understand the nuances of the application program and stay ahead with best practices. Summer is right around the corner, which means the construction industry is entering its ...
It’s time for the largest regional roofing show!
By Dani Sheehan. Enjoy the beautiful Florida weather in June and network with other professionals at FRSA’s 102nd Annual Convention and Expo. In less than two months the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association, Inc. (FRSA) will gather in Kissimmee, Florida, for another incredible year of networking, soaking up ...
FTC issues rule to ban non-competes; U.S. Chamber threatens lawsuit; What do employers need to know?
This article discusses the details of the rule and provides measures employers can take to protect their proprietary information and other business interests. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued the Non-Compete Clause Rule on Tuesday, calling for a comprehensive ban on non-compete agreements nationwide. The FTC concluded that non-competes are an ...
The surge of mergers and acquisitions in the roofing industry
By Evelyn Witterholt. In a recent episode of Coffee Conversations, we spoke with industry experts about merger and acquisitions trends in roofing. Are you considering acquiring a roofing company? Maybe you are planning on merging with another roofing business, or you want your business to be acquired. We recently hosted ...
DOL announces Final Rule on overtime exemption salary thresholds
By Adams and Reese, LLP. Employers should proactively begin evaluating whether to reclassify workers as non-exempt and begin paying overtime or to increase salaries above the potential minimum. Under a Final Rule announced April 23, 2024, the salary threshold for "white collar" exemptions (executive, administrative and professional) will increase effective July 1, ...
