Monthly Archives: December 2024
Which Type of Construction Contract Should You Use?
The construction industry can be complicated. Not only do you need to build the project according to the plans, but you also need to have the right documentation in place. A contract is essential for every type of job, but there are several types of contracts to choose from. Which one is right for… Read More »
5 Orlando Residents Indicted for Construction Fraud Schemes
There is a lot of fraud in the construction industry. Recently, five Orlando residents were charged with fraud. All five, ranging in age from 44 to 56 years old, have been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit tax fraud. Each wire fraud count carries a maximum penalty of 20… Read More »
Drywall Subcontractor May Be Ordered to Pay $3 Million in Court Costs
A construction company that lost a lawsuit several months ago may be on the hook for millions more dollars. The surety company that was part of the civil lawsuit now wants to be reimbursed for attorneys’ fees and trial costs. Suffolk Construction lost a breach of contract lawsuit against its surety company, Berkley Insurance… Read More »
Why Construction Site Theft is a Huge Concern
Being a general contractor requires a lot of management, specifically of people and materials. Construction projects may require hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars worth of materials. Many people know this and will go to great lengths to steal these materials and potentially use them for their project or sell them for… Read More »
