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If you are a real estate developer in Fort Lauderdale, it is likely that you will include a builder warranty in the contract for the build of your new development. A builder warranty covers permanent structures on the property such as concrete flooring, plumbing and...
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...
Carefully and thoughtfully negotiating a construction contract can help avoid problems in the future and protect the interests of the parties. Construction contracts outline the terms of the agreement and are an important foundation of any construction project. What...
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...
Unfortunately, construction projects in Florida sometimes run into legal problems when an alleged property defect is uncovered. When this happens, contractors may be served with a “558” claim. The Florida Legislature recently addressed a loophole in these claims that...
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...