Cotney Attorneys & Consultants

Cotney Attorneys & Consultants combines legal expertise with safety consulting to help Tampa Bay businesses navigate complex OSHA requirements. Their unique approach addresses both compliance and liability concerns, providing comprehensive workplace safety solutions. With attorneys and safety professionals on staff, they offer perspectives that pure safety consultants can't match. Their team understands that safety violations can lead to serious legal consequences beyond OSHA fines. They help businesses develop defensible safety programs that protect both employees and the company's legal interests. Their clients include construction companies, manufacturing facilities, healthcare organizations, and commercial properties throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Their services begin with comprehensive OSHA compliance assessments that examine both safety conditions and legal vulnerabilities. They conduct workplace safety audits with an eye toward litigation prevention, documenting findings in legally defensible formats. Their safety training programs cover required OSHA topics while emphasizing legal compliance and proper documentation. They specialize in safety program development that meets both regulatory requirements and legal best practices. Fire safety services include code compliance reviews, emergency planning, and liability assessments. They also provide incident investigation services, helping companies respond appropriately to workplace accidents while protecting legal interests. For ongoing support, they offer monthly compliance monitoring, regulatory update services, and assistance with OSHA inspection preparation and response.

Initial consultation includes both safety and legal risk assessment, typically conducted via phone or video call within 24 hours of contact. They schedule on-site evaluations within one week, bringing both safety consultants and legal professionals when needed. The assessment covers current safety practices, documentation review, and identification of potential legal exposures. Within one week, clients receive a comprehensive report addressing safety compliance and legal risk mitigation strategies. They provide prioritized action plans with specific timelines and legal considerations for each recommendation. Follow-up services include implementation support, staff training, and ongoing monitoring to ensure sustained compliance.

They serve clients throughout the Tampa Bay area including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, and Plant City. Their practice extends across Florida and into other southeastern states for larger clients with multi-location operations. They can coordinate services across state lines and handle compliance issues for companies operating in multiple jurisdictions within their coverage area.