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A man who bought a home in Florida is suing a contractor he hired to update and repair that home. He says that the contractor, perhaps trying to avoid any fees, pretended to be dead.The man and his wife bought the home and paid the contractor around $7,600. However,...
Florida construction companies often have to deal with civil lawsuits long after their work on a property is done. However, sometimes the construction process itself can result in alleged injuries that can open these companies up to litigation.Last month, an Orlando...
When starting a construction project or hashing out a contract, it's important to make sure that all parties are on the same page. Mistakes can cause disputes, slow jobs down and get very costly.First off, both sides should be very clear about the budget. Contractors...
When drafting construction contracts, it's very important to consider project change orders. The procedures that should be followed need to be laid out in the contract. For example, some suggest notices have to be given at least 10 days in advance.This can help both...
One of the most common reasons for a construction dispute is simple: The project runs over budget. The homeowner doesn't want to pay any more, but he or she also doesn't want the company to stop before the job is done. At the same time, the company doesn't want to...
Clients often look for low bids when hiring a contractor. If one bids $100,000 and the other bids $75,000, they'll go with the contractor who costs $25,000 less.This makes sense, of course, but it can lead to some problems, especially when clients and contractors...
One of the best ways to avoid a construction dispute -- whether it's a contract dispute, a dispute over the quality of the finished product or something else entirely -- is to make sure that there is open communication on both sides. Contractors and homeowners must...
High-cost construction defects can often lead to lawsuits after renovation projects or new buildings. With a lot of money on the line, it's important for those on both sides to know where they stand and what legal options they have. This starts with an understanding...
To make sure that building codes are being followed, inspections have to take place during the project. These can happen at various times, and codes and regulations do vary. However, there are a few main phases that generally trigger an inspection before moving on to...
You work in construction, so you know that bidding on jobs is just how the industry works much of the time. You also know that bid rigging -- the act of colluding with others who are technically competitors -- is illegal. You would never do it intentionally.However,...