by Allison Woslager | Aug 31, 2026 | Legal
New Canadian-American trade tariffs strain roofing industry planning at a time when Washington contractors are already managing material volatility, labor costs, insurance pressure, and tight schedules. The latest U.S.-Canada trade action can affect the price and... 
by Allison Woslager | Aug 5, 2026 | Legal
The news that homeland security involved in local roofing scam investigation efforts has raised serious concerns across Washington’s roofing industry. According to a July 29, 2026, KING 5 investigation, federal authorities are now leading cases connected to an alleged... 
by Allison Woslager | Aug 2, 2026 | Legal
The workers comp payments increase that took effect July 1, 2026, will raise certain time-loss, pension, and survivor payments by 4.9 percent for eligible Washington workers. For roofing contractors, this announcement is more than a routine benefit update. It is an... 
by Allison Woslager | Jun 29, 2026 | Legal
Recent news surrounding the phrase Bonney Lake contractor faces million dollar fraud charges has become a major reminder of why proper licensing, financial responsibility, and clear project documentation are essential in the construction industry. According to reports... by admin@rcaw.com | Jun 2, 2026 | Events, Legal, Legislative
RCAW Olympia Hill Day: Advocating for the Future of Roofing in Washington State Advocacy Is Not a One-Day Effort by Gage Fishering | RCAW Legislative Chair RCAW’s Olympia Hill Day continues to be one of the most important opportunities for our members to engage... by admin@rcaw.com | Jun 1, 2026 | Business, Legal, RCAW Members, Workforce
The Cotney Brief • Construction Law Simplified Trent Cotney | tcotney@trentcotney.com | 866.303.5868 May 2026 | Issue 13 State and Federal Regulatory Changes NLRB Restores Narrower Joint-Employer Standard: What Contractors Should Know The National Labor Relations...