If you are a contractor, subcontractor or supplier in the construction industry, you may have encountered the term UCC or Uniform Commercial Code. But, what is the UCC and how does it relate to construction law in Florida? Uniform Commercial Code In Florida, the UCC...
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What is a “for-convenience” clause in Florida construction contracts?
When building, you may encounter a clause in your construction contract that allows the owner or the general contractor to terminate your work “for convenience.” This means that they can end the contract without any fault on your part, and without any specific reason....
Interference with contracts can hurt your construction business
Your contractual relationships can make or break your construction business. Therefore, it’s imperative that you do what you can to protect them. While this certainly means negotiating contractual terms that are fair and favorable as well as fulfilling those...
What are the key steps after discovering a construction defect?
In Florida, construction defects can be a worrisome problem for property owners and contractors. These issues can be complicated and there might be a disagreement as to how to address it or whether there is a defect at all. Both sides need to understand the law for...
Understanding Florida construction law
By definition, construction law covers any legal issue that is connected to constructing a building or any other type of structure. The legal issues that come up as construction activities can fall under federal, state or local jurisdiction. When it comes to...
Can you use these defenses in your breach of contract case?
You need contracts to ensure that your business operates as smoothly as possible. But even the most thoroughly negotiated agreements can end up in heated disputes, with each side accusing the other of breach. In these circumstances, you need to know how to...
Legislature shortens time to file construction defect lawsuits
The housing shortage in Florida has produced several changes in the laws concerning construction defects. In the past, homeowners had 10 years to file a claim for a construction defect; the ten years began to run on the day when the defect was discovered. Changes to...
Understanding material breaches of contract
Before a construction project can begin in Florida, parties involved in the project will enter into an agreement that outlines the project, deadlines, payment and other requirements. Failure to adhere to the terms of the agreement may be considered a material or...
What is defective workmanship?
When Florida construction companies sign on to complete a construction project, they have an obligation to the parties paying for their services to perform the work in accordance with the parties’ contract. This means that they will need to use appropriate materials...
Scope of work clauses help prevent disputes before they arise
A well-rounded construction contract should include a scope of work clause. Without these provisions, disputes could arise during the construction project regarding exactly what services will be provided and when, and how the party completing the services will be...