Board-Certified In Construction Law By The Florida Bar
Construction bonds are used to guarantee that one party will be compensated if the other party does not meet its obligations on a federal project. These are used instead of a mechanics lien because a mechanics lien can only be attached to a private property, not on...
There are many different types of construction projects occurring in Florida at any given time. These construction projects can vary greatly in size and scope ranging from high rises and office buildings to home repair projects. While they vary in size and complexity,...
Fort Lauderdale businesses which are relatively new to commercial construction projects may be aware that surety bonds are used for these types of projects but may not understand all the steps of the process fully. For those who have a valid construction claim, such...
Construction projects can become complicated very quickly. That is because every project has unique parts that depend on each other for implementation and completion. When a Florida construction project begins, it likely has a planned timeline that outlines where each...
Many construction companies in the state indicate that they continue to face abuse over Chapter 558 claims from overly aggressive clients looking to take advantage of loopholes in the law. Contractors and subcontractors still face overly broad claims when work is not...
There are a lot of issues that can lead to litigation in the construction industry. Perhaps the most common amongst them, though, is change orders. It’s not surprising when you think about it. Not everything can be anticipated in a construction contract, regardless of...
When you run a business in the construction industry, at some point you likely will face a dispute. You could work with a subcontractor who doesn't properly install flooring in an apartment complex you are developing. You could discover that your supplier for the...
It almost goes without saying that construction agreements should be reduced to a formal written contract. But in the fast paced construction industry, this doesn’t always happen. Timelines are tight and, as a result, parties sometimes try to cut corners by simply...
When faced with construction defects concerns, both builders and home or property owners should be familiar with the different types of construction defects. They should also be familiar with the legal help available when facing construction defects. Common types of...
In Florida, construction is a daily part of life. It can be problematic for people who are not involved in the project, but are impacted by it. Often, it is just something that must be endured with the knowledge that it will eventually be completed and personal and...