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RIA Advocacy Update with Kristy Cohen

RIA Advocacy Wins Deliver Real Impact for Restorers in 2025

Legislative wins, pricing transparency, and data tools help strengthen restoration businesses
Kristy Cohen
January 14, 2026
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From protecting emergency services to driving pricing transparency and contractor rights, the RIA’s 2025 advocacy delivered measurable wins that strengthened restoration businesses nationwide. 


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ABC Celebrates the One Big Beautiful Bill Becoming Law

New law brings permanent tax reform, workforce investment and growth opportunities to contractors
July 14, 2025
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Associated Builders and Contractors celebrates the signing of H.R. 1, a pro-growth tax reform bill that empowers construction businesses to invest, expand and build with confidence.


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Ask the Expert: R&R Magazine Partners with Restoration Networks!

R&R Magazine Partners with Restoration Networks!

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September 1, 2023
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New ventures taking place at Restoration & Remediation Magazine! R&R is partnering with Restoration Networks to bring even more education to the industry!


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Law Offices of Ed Cross Now Serving Restorers in Michigan

May 24, 2023
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The Law Offices of Edward H. Cross adds Michigan attorney, Angela Bajramaj as a partner.


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State Association Files Lawsuit to Block Roof Inspection Law

Ted Craig
Ted Craig
July 8, 2022
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The Restoration Association of Florida filed a lawsuit to prevent a new insurance law that the group claims violates the single-subject rule of the Florida Constitution, while also infringing on the rights of homeowners and roofing contractors who perform work under valid assignment of benefits contracts.


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California Debt Collection License for Restoration Contractors

California Debt Collection License for Restorers Explained

An FAQ From 'The Restoration Lawyer' Ed Cross
Ed Cross
Edward H. Cross Esq., "The Restoration Lawyer"
December 29, 2021
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The California Debt Collection Licensing Act (“DCLA” SB 908) takes effect on January 1, 2022. Here, Ed Cross, 'The Restoration Lawyer,' explains what this means for restoration contractors.


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The Intentional Restorer

A History of Collaboration; A Future of Advocacy

Alice Cooper, AIDS, and other snippets of interest in the evolution of the AGA.
Jon Isaacson
Jon Isaacson
April 2, 2020
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Change is brewing for the restoration industry; we are closer than ever to establishing a level playing field legally and financially for restorers. Meet Ed - one of the driving forces behind the refreshed Restoration Industry Association and its Government Affairs Committee.
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Battle Wages on in Florida Legislature Over Assignment of Benefits (Update: Meeting Postponed)

A meeting will be held this Thursday in Tallahassee, FL on the subject.
March 4, 2014
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You may remember last year’s Florida House Bill 909, which would have taken away the homeowner’s ability to assign rights and benefits under their insurance contract.


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What Will Really Happen When You Go to Court?

Ed Cross
Edward H. Cross Esq., "The Restoration Lawyer"
January 28, 2013
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To prevail in a civil case, a plaintiff must generally prove three things: liability, causation and damages.


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Hurricane Response: What’s Changed, Who’s at Risk, and How to Scale Without Breaking

This webinar is part of the Preparing to Respond: Hurricanes series.  

Hurricane season isn’t what it used to be, and neither is disaster response. In this webinar, an expert‑led panel will break down what’s changed for hurricane response, and how restorers can scale responsibly without sacrificing their safety, retention, or profitability.

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The modern claims ecosystem depends on seamless integration between the field, office, and carrier. Learn how a unified “golden thread” of communication transforms fragmented workflows into a transparent, high-performance process.

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