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It's important that construction company owners and builders understand that to the homeowner, they are the literal last line of defense against a defective end product. As such, they may face legal liabilities if a defect is discovered at some future point.In order...
Even before the dust had settled on the wreckage of the collapsed Florida International University (FIU) pedestrian bridge, fingers were being pointed at those who allegedly may have some responsibility in the disaster that has thus far killed six people.The...
It's a contractor's nightmare — being sued for construction defects on a project your company completed. But are you the liable party?Most claims of construction defects involve allegations of negligence, strict liability or breach of warranty or contract....
When dealing with construction contracts, it's vital to get the language correct to avoid unnecessary and costly litigation.Contracts provide protection and shouldn't be used as swords, but as shields. When one party overzealously or aggressively uses contracts to...
If you are a Broward County contractor, you may have faced lawsuits related to construction disputes. While some litigation may be unavoidable in this industry, many mistakes can be prevented or corrected before the paper chase begins.Familiarizing yourself with...
If your Fort Lauderdale construction company runs afoul of federal laws regarding disposal of hazardous waste, it can cost you plenty of money in fines and penalties.The agency that deals with the disposal of hazardous waste is the Environmental Protection Agency...
One survey done a few years ago by Kroll's Global Fraud Report indicated that fraud occurs in 78 percent of construction companies. The construction industry also comes in at second place for the highest incidences of physical assets being stolen — 36...
There is no doubt that construction is a hands-on business. If you are a contractor, you are used to striding around a job site wearing a hard hat and a pair of steel-toed boots. Climbing a ladder to inspect a third-story roof is second nature to you. Your idea of...
Business negotiations are both an art and a skill. For those in the real estate development and/or construction industries, profits can rise or fall dependent upon the terms of a contract.The best contracts are air-tight and clearly delineate the separate parties'...
If you are a supplier or subcontractor working under a shady contractor and the contractor fails to pay you for goods or services, you may be faced with filing a mechanic's lien against the homeowner's property.It can seem very unfair to the property owner to be faced...