For contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in Florida, construction bonds can provide a safety net—but only if you understand how they work. Payment bonds generally protect you, ensuring you receive payment if the hiring party fails to pay. Performance bonds, on...
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Guidance for contractors facing licensing and permit claims
Contractors in Florida face strict licensing and permitting requirements, and even minor oversights can trigger costly disputes. Allegations of working without proper credentials or permits can stall your projects, damage your reputation and expose you to fines or...
Construction disputes: Choosing between arbitration and mediation
Construction disputes in Florida move fast and hit projects hard. Contractors, owners and developers all feel the pressure when communication breaks down and deadlines slip. Choosing the right dispute resolution path helps you protect your money, your project and your...
What to know about contractual risk transfer
Contracts for construction projects, like most contracts, are in large part about assigning risk to each party but also minimizing unnecessary risk. Typically, risk (and therefore, liability) is assumed by the party that has the most control over specific aspects of...
Is mold growth a construction defect?
Clients who pay for the construction of new edifices or major renovations of existing ones generally expect them to be in pristine condition when they assume tenancy. Contractors and leaders running construction companies typically maintain high standards to ensure...
The complexity of latent construction defects
Disputes over construction defects can be complex in any situation. There may be significant questions over who caused the defect and who is responsible. Was it the contractor, a material supplier, a manufacturer or even the property owner themselves? But with many...
How can ADR methods save your construction project?
In the construction industry, trust builds long-lasting relationships. However, sometimes a mistake, by a new hire, can cause major delays and significant costs. When this happens, relationships can suffer, leading to disputes that both parties would rather avoid....
Preventing material substitutions from triggering litigation
Clients taking bids for a construction project often have a specific vision in mind. In addition to a budget and a project timeline, they want a specific finished appearance. Their agreement with a construction company or professional may include details about the...
Staying informed: Changes to state and local construction laws
Construction laws in Florida are constantly evolving due to legislative updates, regulatory changes and local ordinance revisions affecting nearly every aspect of the industry. Staying informed about these changes is important for owners, developers, contractors,...
Payment delays are more than just a nuisance for contractors
In the construction world, getting paid on time is essential to keeping projects moving and businesses afloat. When payments are delayed, the impact goes far beyond mild inconvenience. Even a small delay can cause widespread issues that ripple through every stage of...
