Construction Law

Mastering Construction Contract Negotiations

Negotiating construction contracts is a crucial skill for contractors, design parties, and developers operating in Florida's bustling construction industry. The…

3 months ago

Understanding Construction Escrow

The concept of escrow revolves around a neutral third party retaining funds until specific criteria are satisfied. When it comes…

8 months ago

Heatwaves and Housing: How Multifamily Buildings Can Prepare and Protect Residents

Heat events are no longer isolated occurrences; they're becoming a norm. For multi-residential building association boards and management teams, this…

9 months ago

The Most Common Residential Construction Disputes

Residential construction is booming right now. However, not all jobs come without some issues. Some construction disputes are legitimate, but…

10 months ago

Construction Law: What Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers Must Know

Construction laws can be very complex. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that construction work totals $1.7 trillion annually. Construction is…

11 months ago

What Does a Construction Lawyer Do, and When Do I Need One?

Regardless of the size of the construction project, problems can arise and quickly complicate things. It’s essential to rely on…

1 year ago

How to Resolve Construction Disputes

With any type of construction project, disputes are always possible. These issues can arise for various reasons, and you need…

1 year ago

Liability for Construction Site Accidents in Florida

Liability for Construction Site Accidents in Florida Construction site accidents are common and can devastate the injured person with ongoing…

2 years ago

5 Things to Keep in Mind When Negotiating a Construction Contract

Before beginning a construction project, it’s imperative to craft an ironclad contract that protects all parties. Some things to keep…

2 years ago

Resolution to Payment Disputes in Construction Projects

Construction projects often come with unexpected delays, performance issues, and sometimes payment disputes. As the contractor or developer, it's imperative…

2 years ago

Tips For Associations Planning Large Repair And Construction Projects

Maintaining the association’s common elements is one of the primary responsibilities - - and headaches - - for associations and…

3 years ago

Building Codes 101

One basic requirement for every new construction project and every 40-year recertification in the State of Florida is that the…

3 years ago

Who Is Responsible for Construction Defects?

One of the most critical questions to answer after the discovery of a construction defect is who is responsible for…

3 years ago

Construction Liens 101

Although you may have heard of a construction lien, not everyone knows about the ins and outs, what they are…

3 years ago

Developer Liability for Building Code Violations Under Section 553.84, Florida Statutes

Among the numerous causes of action available to construction defect plaintiffs in the State of Florida, there is Florida Statute…

4 years ago

Statutory Mechanisms to Potentially Remove and Extinguish Construction Liens

A construction lien is filed against your property claiming that a contractor (or even a subcontractor hired by your contractor)…

4 years ago

The Construction Industry During a Pandemic—Will there be a shift to focus on consequential damages?

Somewhat counterintuitively, consequential damages are damages which flow indirectly from a breach of contract. In a construction project, these damages…

4 years ago

Construction Delays & COVID 19

Construction delays are often a common dispute amongst owners, contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, and the like. The judicial system is…

4 years ago

Don’t Love Thy Neighbor’s Construction Project Damaging Your Building? An Overview of Potential Claims and Remedies.

A new, neighboring building is being constructed, or an existing adjacent building is undergoing renovations, which poses the risk of…

4 years ago

The Unwitting Waiver of Construction Contract Provisions

What may seem to be an iron clad construction contract provision, may not turn out to be that way in…

4 years ago

Indemnification for Construction Claims: 101

Some of the most common questions posed to a construction law attorney are concerning indemnification clauses in construction contracts. Indemnification…

4 years ago

Prompt Payment on Construction Projects

As any construction industry professional knows, payment disputes are extremely common on both private and public projects. Many times, payment…

4 years ago

Is a Construction Defect Plaintiff Entitled to Prejudgment Interest for Unrepaired Defects?

What is Prejudgment Interest? Prejudgment interest is a type of compensation payable to the plaintiff from the time the cause…

5 years ago