Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Signs of Foundation Issues
When it comes to a home, you need a strong foundation. Your home needs to be built on firm ground with no signs of cracks or sinking. These problems can signal defects in the structure of the home. Foundation issues are not something you want to mess with. They can cause a variety of… Read More »
Man Arrested for DUI Manslaughter After Killing Woman
When a person is killed in a car crash and alcohol is involved, a person can be charged with DUI manslaughter. This is what recently happened in Florida. A man was arrested on DUI manslaughter charges after a crash killed a woman. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of December 31 in Orange… Read More »
Understanding Termination of Construction Contract for Convenience
As a construction professional, you want to protect your right to work. You don’t want to lose out on your ability to work on a project simply because the client doesn’t want you there for some reason, but the truth is that they have the option to do so. This is called “termination for… Read More »
3 Florida Men Charged With Unlicensed Contracting
It seems like scams happen everywhere. People all over Florida are engaging in fraud schemes to part residents of their hard-earned money. This is especially true when it comes to rebuilding homes after a disaster. After Hurricane Ian hit Florida hard in September 2022, people wanted to take advantage of this. There were signs… Read More »
Assault vs. Battery: What is the Difference?
You may have heard the term “assault and battery,” but what exactly is it? If you’re like many people, you may think it’s just one crime. It’s actually two different crimes — assault and battery — but people are often charged with both at the same time. Under Florida law, you may be charged… Read More »
Common Causes of Construction Delays
Construction projects can take a long time to complete. That’s because there are numerous factors involved, such as complicated processes, weather conditions, finances, coordination with subcontractors, availability of supplies, and organizational issues. For these reasons, there may be delays involved. A delay may be defined as the extra time required or incurred either beyond… Read More »
New Florida Law Reduces Statute of Limitation for Design Claims to 7 Years
Homeowners and owners of condos in Florida should be aware of a new law. Earlier this year, the Florida Legislature passed a law that reduces the time condo and property owners have to file lawsuits over construction defects, The statute of limitations has been changed from 10 years to seven years. This means that… Read More »
Updates to Florida’s Construction Lien Law
One thing about the law is that it is always changing. That was recently the case with Florida’s construction lien law. On October 1, 2023, F.S. 713.001 was amended. General contractors working on projects in Florida should be aware of the following changes. Definitions The term “contractor” has been expanded to include architects, landscape… Read More »
How Florida’s Immigration Law Will Affect Construction
Contractors always need to be aware of changes to state and federal laws and how these laws will affect their businesses. In early July, Florida’s immigration law went into effect. The law states that all private employers with 25 or more employees will be required to use the E-Verify system. The E-Verify system checks… Read More »
Founding Partner Adam C. Linkhorst Lobbies on Behalf of the AGC
Founding partner Adam C. Linkhorst was in Tallahassee the week of 11/13 lobbying on behalf of the AGC (Associated General Contractors). More About the AGC: The AGC Florida East Coast Chapter and the South Florida AGC equally fund, support, and comprise the Florida AGC Council along with our excellent state lobbying team MHD. Leadership… Read More »
