Trent Cotney - RCS Influencer
Using AI as a tool, not a definitive
By Emma Peterson. Trent Cotney breaks down where AI is useful; and where it can lead you into trouble. It seems like artificial intelligence (AI), specifically generative AI, is the only thing anyone is talking about these days. To learn more about its role in roofing and construction operations, ...
Trent Cotney’s June 2026 legal updates
By Emma Peterson. From Florida to California, Trent shares key regulatory and legislative information for contractors. As a partner at Adams and Reese law firm specializing in roofing litigation and arbitration, Trent Cotney sits at the forefront of legal and regulatory changes that are impacting contractors and other roofing ...
The state of roofing halfway through 2026
By Emma Peterson. Trent Cotney shares both his long- and short-term thoughts about the current state of the industry. Trent Cotney recently stopped by The Coffee Shops™ for a new episode of Roofing Road Trips® all about what’s new in the industry. Trent is a partner at Adams and ...
Knowing who, where and how to pitch green roofs and sustainability
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says to combine green roof and sustainability marketing with an overall plan that deals with the building envelope. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese LLP. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast ...
Construction law insights and updates from May 2026
By Emma Peterson. Staying ahead of joint employer rules, bid liability, cost escalation language and more. For many contractors, managing the legal and operational side of their roofing businesses often takes a back burner to their passion for their trade and craft. However, this can cause problems down the ...
Operating in the intersection of regulatory pressure and economic volatility
By Emma Peterson. A conversation with Trent Cotney on why proactive policies and operations matter more now than ever. Going into 2026, there was a lot of commotion to keep track of, from uncertainty about tariffs to immigration changes and beyond. And now, one quarter into the year, there are ...
Preparation is protection
By Emma Peterson. How building systems, training teams and updating documents reduces your legal risk. From immigration investigations to OSHA inspections, there are a myriad of jobsite legal situations that could crop up out of nowhere. The best way to prepare your business for these unexpected scenarios is by training ...
Claves para entender contratos y proteger tu negocio
Por Alberto Torres. Evita errores costosos: lo que todo contratista debe saber antes de firmar un contrato. En este episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, Jessica Bravo conversa con Gabriel Pinilla, abogado de Adams & Reese con más de 20 años de experiencia, sobre un tema fundamental para el ...
Trent Cotney: Lawyer, educator, advocate and leader
By Emma Peterson. How Trent Cotney supports the roofing industry from the courtroom and beyond. Just last year, Trent Cotney was recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 edition for his construction law and litigation work. This recognition places Trent in the top 5% of lawyers in the ...
FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing
By Jenny Yu. Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) is hosting its 104th Convention & Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in in Kissimmee, ...
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