Monthly Archives: August 2019
PBC Reminder On Contractor Responsibility For Hurricane Preparedness & Florida Building Code Cited Language
Please click here to read the recent notice from the Department of Planning, Zoning & Building in Palm Beach County.
How Florida’s New “Right of Contribution” Will Affect Defective Construction Lawsuits
Defective construction lawsuits often lead to a mad scramble among the insurance companies covering the underlying project. It is often the case that two or more insurers have a legal duty to defend against the same lawsuit. But these duties typically exist independently of one another. In other words, say a given construction project… Read More »
When Is a Construction Lien Considered “Fraudulent” Under Florida Law?
A construction lien is an important legal tool that assists contractors in collecting money for labor, services and materials furnished directly against the owner of a project. Such liens effectively give the contractor a claim against the property itself. And in some cases, the contractor may be forced to foreclose upon the lien, thereby… Read More »
The Consequences of Providing Inaccurate Information on a Bid for a Public Construction Contract
Public contracting can pose a challenge for even experienced Florida builders. There are a myriad of rules and regulations that need to be followed when dealing with a public construction project. And if you fail to follow the state’s procedures to the letter, you can quickly find yourself dealing with the legal fallout in… Read More »
