In March, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new law that will bring about tort reform. The bill, titled Civil Remedies, will make substantial changes to the way lawsuits are filed and how they are litigated. DeSantis claims that this legislation will limit insurance and injury litigation, as well as attorneys’ fees, which will result…
For years there has been a lot of discussion in our industry about why roofing contractors fail. With stats from the U.S. Department of Commerce, like 29% of concerns failing in year one, 56% within three years, and 72% within five, you can see why it is a hot topic. The most concerning data —…
If you are an employer, you know there are strict laws about minimum wages and overtime. But what about your workers’ time preparing for a job or training? Do those hours count? Yes, they do, and a San Diego contractor found out the hard way. Findings from the U.S. Department of Labor Watkins Environmental is…
Second chances. We often talk about second chances, finding ourselves, our purpose, and having the strength and determination to go after our dreams — no matter where or what stage in life we may find ourselves. Recently, I had the pleasure of connecting with a landscape contractor who knew all about second chances. I learned…
