Construction Liens

Construction projects in Fort Lauderdale often involve payment challenges despite signed contracts and unambiguous terms. Florida courts handle hundreds of construction lien cases annually, proving that payment issues remain a top concern. Lien rights offer...

One of the most pressing issues a property owner can face is a construction lien. A lien can significantly impact a property’s value and the owner’s ability to sell or refinance it. However, a property owner facing a lien is not without recourse. If a contractor or...

For general contractors, contractors, subcontractors and construction material suppliers, getting paid can often be an issue. Even on big projects with multiple sources of funding, there always seems to be a reason not to get paid. But, if you worked on a Florida...

If you provide services or materials to a construction project, you expect to be paid per the terms of your contract with the property owner, contractor or subcontractor. Florida law recognizes this and allows those who are not paid what they are owed to pursue a...

If you work in the construction industry, then at one point or another you’ve probably run into problems with getting paid. It shouldn’t be a difficult endeavor. After all, most payment obligations are laid out in negotiated and signed contracts. Yet, non-payment...

In Florida, when contractors negotiate a contract to perform construction work, there is significant risk involved. They must often lay out money and be reimbursed for extensive aspects of it. If the deal is with a reputable entity, there is generally no problem...

When a contractor needs to file a construction lien in Florida, the property owner may contest it. It can be a serious problem for you if they do so because there are certain time limits that you need to comply with in order to protect your rights. If you've been...

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...