Fort Lauderdale businesses which are relatively new to commercial construction projects may be aware that surety bonds are used for these types of projects but may not understand all the steps of the process fully. For those who have a valid construction claim, such...
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Year: 2021
What is an excusable construction delay?
Construction projects can become complicated very quickly. That is because every project has unique parts that depend on each other for implementation and completion. When a Florida construction project begins, it likely has a planned timeline that outlines where each...
Issues with 558 claims in Florida
Many construction companies in the state indicate that they continue to face abuse over Chapter 558 claims from overly aggressive clients looking to take advantage of loopholes in the law. Contractors and subcontractors still face overly broad claims when work is not...
Anticipate change orders while planning construction job
There are a lot of issues that can lead to litigation in the construction industry. Perhaps the most common amongst them, though, is change orders. It’s not surprising when you think about it. Not everything can be anticipated in a construction contract, regardless of...
5 advantages of using mediation in a construction dispute
When you run a business in the construction industry, at some point you likely will face a dispute. You could work with a subcontractor who doesn't properly install flooring in an apartment complex you are developing. You could discover that your supplier for the...
Beware of verbal promises in the construction industry
It almost goes without saying that construction agreements should be reduced to a formal written contract. But in the fast paced construction industry, this doesn’t always happen. Timelines are tight and, as a result, parties sometimes try to cut corners by simply...
Common categories of construction defects and how the law helps
When faced with construction defects concerns, both builders and home or property owners should be familiar with the different types of construction defects. They should also be familiar with the legal help available when facing construction defects. Common types of...
Florida construction dispute involves former lawmaker’s business
In Florida, construction is a daily part of life. It can be problematic for people who are not involved in the project, but are impacted by it. Often, it is just something that must be endured with the knowledge that it will eventually be completed and personal and...
Construction disputes rampant with large-scale Florida project
Major construction projects are common throughout Florida and while these are beneficial to the community and the economy, they are not without their complications. Companies and contractors will frequently do their work based on contractual obligations and the...
Alternative dispute resolution can resolve construction disputes
Even smaller construction projects in Broward County have a lot of people involved in them. The owner of the land as well as the contractor and subcontractors, and other parties, all have their own role to play. Not surprisingly, legal disputes frequently develop if...