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Smart homes have changed our living spaces, but they've also brought new challenges for contractors. Recent research shows that smart home devices can create serious safety and privacy risks, exposing information such as unique device names, personal data and even the...
A well-drafted contract is better than winning a lawsuit. Having good relations with your business and construction partners is always better than going through legal fights. Clear and simple language in your contracts can help avoid expensive court cases. Here are...
Disputes in construction projects can be costly and time-consuming. They can be minor clashes or major disagreements that can stall projects and strain business relationships. One way to manage disputes is by adding dispute resolution clauses to construction...
Good contracts increase the chance of a successful construction project. You put a lot of time and effort into your contract language to ensure you are protected in the event of a dispute. As you negotiate and draft your contracts, you wonder if you need an...
You probably don’t need us to tell you that the construction industry is highly competitive. As a result, there are often contractual issues that disrupt business operations and lead to allegations of wrongdoing. If you end up on the receiving end of those...
A contractor or project owner is likely to incur additional costs and suffer ongoing losses if the project they are working on is delayed. Still, delays are almost bound to happen, or at least, they are an anticipable possibility. It might seem only fair that...
For those looking to have a project done in their home or business, you may notice that the people willing to do your work call themselves different names, like handyman or contractor. But, what is the difference? In a word, a license Because of the amount of ongoing...
Any construction project in Florida will involve the execution of numerous contracts. These contracts establish how much the builders, contractors and subcontractors involved in the project will be paid and what will happen if either party fails to perform their...
Contract negotiations are a key part of any Florida construction project. They help to ensure that both parties are aware of their rights and responsibilities while preventing disputes from arising. When negotiating a construction contract, it is important to keep the...
Does your contract contain a liquidated damages provision that is enforceable?A liquidated damages provision fixes and makes certain the damages the parties agree to in the event of a breach. Such provisions provide certainty as to the damages to be paid where...