Trent Cotney - RCS Influencer
NCPI calls for clear limits on OSHA’s multi‑employer citation doctrine to strengthen worker safety and reduce litigation
New white paper proposes statutory and regulatory reforms, including a safe harbor that lets prime contractors assist subcontractors with training, PPE and technology without automatically assuming liability. The National Construction Policy Institute (NCPI) has released a landmark white paper, “Rethinking OSHA’s Multi‑Employer Citation Doctrine,” which outlines a practical, legally durable framework ...
Be 1% bigger and better every day
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says scaling a business means taking a step back and looking inward. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a live interview with RCS Influencer Trent Cotney, partner of Adams and Reese. You can read the interview below, listen to podcast or watch the recording. Alex Tolle: ...
Walking through WRE 2025
By Emma Peterson. Joel Viera and Alec Ward share what to expect from this year’s Western Roofing Expo! In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with the leadership team behind the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) to talk about the upcoming Western Roofing Expo ...
Stay in touch, stay in front
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says communicating with all stakeholders is key to ensuring you have the latest and greatest. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Trent Cotney, partner of Adams and Reese. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the ...
Don’t interfere, object.
By Emma Peterson. Legal expert Trent Cotney shares advice for contractors in the face of shifting immigration policies and ICE raids. This year has seen a lot of changes when it comes to federal regulations and policies. To help you learn about what’s happening and how to navigate it legally, ...
Building an interconnected system
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the relationship between your roof, your HVAC system and the interior temperature of your home. Imagine walking into a home that feels just right — cool in the summer, warm in the winter and always comfortable. This perfect balance is often the result of a ...
Vegas, baby! 6 events you can’t miss at the WRE 2025
By Jenny Yu. Don’t miss these exciting events at the Western Roofing Expo (WRE) this September. The Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) is hosting their annual expo September 28-30, 2025, in Vegas. Since 1974, WSRCA has served the western roofing and waterproofing industries with the knowledge and tools ...
Immigration, injunctions and overtime: Legal changes from July 2025
By Emma Peterson. Key takeaways for the roofing industry from the July legal landscape. July marks the halfway point of 2025 and a lot has happened since the start of the year! To help contractors keep up with all the legal changes and updates, Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese ...
Using social media thoughtfully
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says social media isn't just about promoting yourself, it's about promoting yourself through useful content. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with RCS Influencer Trent Cotney. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Hello, I'm ...
Legal Updates and Open Q&A with Trent Cotney
In this Coffee Conversations, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese for a powerful and candid discussion on the latest legal issues impacting the roofing and construction industries. From evolving tariffs and immigration policies to regulatory changes and emerging legal cases, this “Power Hour” gives ...
