Construction Law

One of the most common reasons for a construction dispute is simple: The project runs over budget. The homeowner doesn't want to pay any more, but he or she also doesn't want the company to stop before the job is done. At the same time, the company doesn't want to...

Clients often look for low bids when hiring a contractor. If one bids $100,000 and the other bids $75,000, they'll go with the contractor who costs $25,000 less.This makes sense, of course, but it can lead to some problems, especially when clients and contractors...

One of the best ways to avoid a construction dispute -- whether it's a contract dispute, a dispute over the quality of the finished product or something else entirely -- is to make sure that there is open communication on both sides. Contractors and homeowners must...

High-cost construction defects can often lead to lawsuits after renovation projects or new buildings. With a lot of money on the line, it's important for those on both sides to know where they stand and what legal options they have. This starts with an understanding...

To make sure that building codes are being followed, inspections have to take place during the project. These can happen at various times, and codes and regulations do vary. However, there are a few main phases that generally trigger an inspection before moving on to...

You work in construction, so you know that bidding on jobs is just how the industry works much of the time. You also know that bid rigging -- the act of colluding with others who are technically competitors -- is illegal. You would never do it intentionally.However,...

Your overall goal is to avoid construction disputes, and there are many steps you can take to minimize the risk. One of the most important things to do, for example, is to be very careful with the drafting of contracts, both to ensure that they adhere to the local...

You know that you need building permits for homes and other such structures in Fort Lauderdale, but what about something simple like a mooring device for your boat? Do you still have to get a permit, or can you just have it constructed without one?You do need a...

Construction disputes are often complicated for both sides as they consider factors like the expected quality of work, the exact wording of the contract, and the local laws, codes and statutes that come into play. Homeowners and contractors can go back and forth over...

For many people, the dream is to buy a home that is a new build. They want a home built exactly to their specs, on the lot of their choice. They want to know that it's not going to have any issues -- like roof leaks or worn out wiring -- because everything is brand...