Last time, our blog started discussing how condominium law is an extremely intricate subset of real estate law complete with various legal remedies for parties victimized by construction defects, and complex statutes of limitations that must be adhered to in order to...
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Condo defect cases require skill, experience and tenacity
When a person makes the momentous decision to buy a condominium here in Florida, they naturally look start to feel excited about all the benefits that come with their purchase.For instance, they may look forward to being within walking distance of their workplace or...
What are construction defects? – II
In a previous post, we discussed how devastating it can be for both commercial developers and homeowners to see their investment of time, money and energy into a building project thwarted by serious construction defects that compromise its overall value and structural...
Construction company blames school district for yearlong delay
When a construction project gets delayed significantly, blame can fly in all directions. The owner and developer may blame the construction company. In turn, the contractor may say the developer caused the delays.The fact is, both sides can incur huge financial costs...
What are the different types of construction defects?
There is perhaps no more exciting time for a homeowner or commercial developer than seeing construction crews hard at work erecting the structures that they have invested so much time, money and energy into making a reality. Unfortunately, this euphoria can rapidly...
What Florida law says about contractors, homeowners — II
In a previous post, our blog discussed how it's important for both a homeowner and a prospective builder to understand their rights and responsibilities under Florida law before embarking on a remodeling project or building an entirely new home.In keeping with this...
Reports uncover deceptive practices in state’s construction sector
As many reports have made clear, the construction sector here in Florida -- both residential and commercial -- is finally starting to show signs of sustained growth following the nightmare that was the recent recession. This means builders are getting more projects...
Examining the requirements for securing a contractor’s license
A few weeks ago, our blog discussed how Florida law mandates that all contractors hired to build or even remodel homes must be in possession of the proper licensure, and how this requirement can be satisfied if the contractor holds one of two types of contractor...
Construction is booming in Florida, be sure to take the right steps
Earlier this month, the Associated General Contractors of America, "the leading association for the construction industry," released an eye-opening report examining the state of construction employment in the U.S. According to the AGC report, roughly two-thirds of the...
How much do you know about construction liens?
Without a doubt, one of the most complex topics in all of construction law is construction liens. In general, the specifics of construction liens are covered under Chapter 713 of the Florida statutes. However, in today's post, the first in a series, we'll attempt to...