Restoration logo
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
Restoration logo
  • NEWS
  • PRODUCTS
    • New Products & Technologies
    • Submit Your Product
    • Interactive Product Spotlights
  • CATASTROPHE
    • Hurricane
  • TOPICS
    • Architecture
    • Cleaning & Sanitation
    • Contamination
    • Contractor Safety
    • Contents
    • Fire & Smoke
    • Mold
    • Odor
    • Recon & Reno
    • Water
  • EDUCATION
    • Training & Education
    • Business Management
    • Insurance/Legal Matters
    • KnowHow
    • Podcasts
    • Webinars
    • Whitepapers
    • Industry Events
    • Sponsor Insights
    • Ask R&R AI
  • VIDEOS
    • Ask the Expert
    • Ask Annissa
    • Marketing Monday
    • Tech Tip Tuesday
  • BUYER'S GUIDE
  • THE EXPERIENCE
    • Convention & Trade Show
    • TradeTalks
  • ABOUT
    • Contact
    • Advertise
  • SIGN UP
Restoration and Remediation Industry NewsInsurance/Legal Matters in Restoration

AGA Update: Ed Debriefs After 3-City Tour

By Edward H. Cross Esq., "The Restoration Lawyer"
February 13, 2020

It was a big week of events in early February for the Restoration Advocate, Ed Cross. This video is a recap of his three-city tour in NYC, NJ, and Chicago! Lots of forward movement in the initiative to level the playing field for restorers. It's time to stand and be heard.

Don't be left out of the movement: click here to learn more and join in.

Curious what the Restoration Industry Association's Advocacy and Gov't Affairs Committee has tackled so far? You can find regular updates in R&R as well as right here on our website. 

Looking for quick answers on restoration, remediation and cleaning topics?
Try Ask R&R, our new smart AI search tool.
Ask R&R →

KEYWORDS: Restoration Industry Association

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Ed cross headshot

Ed Cross, “The Restoration Lawyer,” represents restorers nationwide from offices in Palm Desert, California and Honolulu, Hawaii. His firm drafts restoration contracts, collects money for restorers and represents them in litigation. He is the Restoration Contractor Advocate for the Restoration Industry Association. He can be reached at (760) 773-4002 or by email at Ed@EdCross.com. For information about how to document a file to accelerate collections, visit EdCross.com/collections. 

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
To unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • Digital view of the United States with a Hurricane and coding

    Is Your Restoration Technology Ready for the Upcoming Hurricane Season?

    Here’s how restoration contractors can prepare their...
    Catastrophe Restoration
    By: Taylor Carmichael
  • Business team analyzing financial data on digital tablets during a meeting

    7 Trends Influencing the Restoration Industry in 2026

    With market uncertainty, workforce transitions, new...
    Managing Your Restoration Business
    By: Oscar Collins
  • mold remediation

    Fighting Mold and Bacteria Damage

    Successful mold remediation can be multidisciplinary,...
    Contamination Restoration & Remediation​
    By: Josh Woolen
You must login or register in order to post a comment.

Report Abusive Comment

Manage My Account
  • Newsletters
  • Online Registration
  • Subscription Customer Service
  • Manage My Preferences

More Videos

Sponsored Content

Sponsored Content is a special paid section where industry companies provide high quality, objective, non-commercial content around topics of interest to the Restoration & Remediation audience. All Sponsored Content is supplied by the advertising company and any opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and not necessarily reflect the views of Restoration & Remediation or its parent company, BNP Media. Interested in participating in our Sponsored Content section? Contact your local rep!

close
  • restoration technician working a water damage project
    Sponsored byCotality

    Schedule smarter with DASH’s mobile restoration job management

Popular Stories

mentorship and leadership succession

Second-Generation Leadership in Restoration Requires More than Inheriting the Business

Rustic Floor

Can Wildfire-Contaminated Hardwood Floors be Cleaned, Refinished, or Do They Need to be Replaced?

Disaster Recovery Plan

Preparing for the “Big One”: What Nobody Tells You About CAT Response

Trailblazer Award - Nominate now

Events

September 9, 2026

The Experience Convention and Trade Show

The Experience Convention & Trade Show logoThe Experience Convention and Trade Show unites the cleaning, restoration, inspection, indoor air quality, and HVAC industries through hands-on education, live demonstrations, and high-impact networking. Attendees gain practical skills, business insight, and connections that elevate industry standards and drive growth.

View All Submit An Event

Poll

Investing in Training

What training investment has delivered the greatest return for your company?
View Results Poll Archive

Products

The Cleaning, Restoration, Inspection, and Safety Glossary

The Cleaning, Restoration, Inspection, and Safety Glossary

The Cleaning, Restoration, Inspection, and Safety Glossary.

See More Products

Submit Your New Product/Technology to R&R!

Would you like to promote a new restoration, remediation or cleaning product/technology with Restoration & Remediation? Fill out the question below to start your submission:

Related Articles

  • Restoration Industry Association

    Restoration Advocacy Report #3

    See More
  • Are you getting screwed by your lawyer?

    Getting Screwed By Your Lawyer?

    See More
  • harvey ed cross

    VIDEO: Mitigating YOUR Risk During CAT Work

    See More

Related Products

See More Products
  • CRIS.gif

    The Cleaning, Restoration, Inspection, and Safety Glossary

  • CONTENTS_SUCCESS_BOOK-(2)-1.gif

    The Contents Restoration Success eBook! (PDF download)

  • After-The-Smoke-Clears.gif

    After The Smoke Clears...

See More Products

Events

View AllSubmit An Event
  • September 17, 2026

    AGA Networking Event at Tobin Restoration

    Join restoration professionals from across the country for a full day of connection, insight, and industry-focused learning at the AGA Networking Event, hosted by Tobin Restoration in Idaho Falls, ID.
View AllSubmit An Event

Related Directories

  • Rytech Restoration of the Midlands

    No one plans for the destruction caused by water, fire or mold, but when it happens, the team at Rytech Restoration of The Midlands is here to help. Our certified specialists provide 24/7 emergency service to get you and your Columbia SC home or business back to normal as quickly as possible. From residential homes to commercial buildings, we specialize in mold remediation, water damage restoration, and fire and smoke damage cleanup. Our live specialists are ready to answer your questions and dispatch a local specialist to your door. Schedule a free inspection and estimate today!
×

Stay ahead of the curve with our newsletters.

Get the latest industry updates tailored your way.

JOIN TODAY!
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Directories
    • Store
    • Want More
    • Submit a Press Release
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • Newsletters
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Reprints
    • Marketing Services
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • X (Twitter)
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2026. All Rights Reserved BNP Media, Inc. and BNP Media II, LLC.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing