Construction Law

In the construction industry, there are many moving parts that go into the completion of a project. Everyone, from the general contractor and subcontractors to the architects, engineers and suppliers, must be careful to comply with agreed-upon specifications and...

It’s no secret that Florida requires all contractors to be properly licensed. Engaging in construction without one runs the risk of voiding the underlying contract and failing to get paid. But it also brings up the potential of being charged with a crime, so when is...

There are many contracts that are formed in construction projects. Property owners make agreements with designers and contractors and contractors make agreements with subcontractors. It is a complex process. While things run smoothly when everyone does what they...

Construction disputes can be complex and costly which is why it is worth it to be familiar with options that may be able to help resolve construction disputes at a reduces cost and with less acrimony. For that reason, parties to a construction dispute should be...

Construction defects can be complex and costly for everyone involved with construction defects litigation and situations. For that reason, it is good idea to be familiar with the different types of construction defects and how construction law can help those involved...

Construction projects are complicated undertakings. Many things can go wrong even as the project moves toward completion. Generally, the party who is responsible for any misstep must bear its cost. In the world of construction law, these costs are called “damages.”...

Like virtually every other state, Florida’s legislature has imposed time limits on bringing actions for construction defects. These time limits are known as the statute of limitations and the statute of repose. Understanding the difference between these two time...

Construction work of any kind is a highly demanding type of labor that almost always involves ample pressure on those who take on the job. There are countless factors that culminate to make it such a trying profession: everything from deadlines, crews, equipment,...

There are a lot of ways to approach your construction law dispute. You might be able to amicably address the issue without the need for formal legal action, or your disagreement may be so contentious that it requires litigation. In many cases, though, a contract law...

Whether it is on a commercial or residential project and hiring a contractor, clients and even the contractors might not think about the importance of contractors being licensed. In Florida, this can cause challenges if there is a problem at any point with the...