Recent Blog Posts
How to Combine Safety With Design on Your Construction Project
Whether you are building a custom home, cookie-cutter condo community, warehouse, or commercial project, your highest priority should be safety. Serious injuries and fatalities are high in the construction industry. In fact, construction workers are ranked #4 on the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ list of occupations with the most fatality rates, so you need… Read More »
Attorney Adam Linkhorst attended the Associated General Contractors Of America Inc., Florida East Coast Chapter Safety Excellence Awards event
Attorney Adam Linkhorst attended the Associated General Contractors Of America Inc., Florida East Coast Chapter Safety Excellence Awards event. The main speaker was Condell Eastmond, the Area Director for OSHA. This was a terrific and informative event and we are proud to be part of the organization!
Skilled Labor Shortage: Major Construction Issue
Being a general contractor allows you to run your own jobs, but it’s a lot of work. One of the biggest issues facing the construction industry at the moment is a lack of qualified labor. The growth is there, with hundreds of thousands new jobs added since 2016. The problem is that older workers… Read More »
Murder vs. Manslaughter
If you kill someone, whether it be on purpose or on accident, you could be charged with a crime. The crime you will be charged with will depend on the circumstances. Two main crimes under this category are murder and manslaughter. Under Florida Statutes 782.04, murder is defined as the unlawful killing of a… Read More »
Important Parts of a Construction Contract
If you are a contractor or a frequent client of construction projects, you know that construction contracts can be daunting. They can be multiple pages long and contain a lot of confusing jargon. While you should always read the entire contract, what should you focus on? Here are some of the most important parts… Read More »
Types of Damages in Construction Contract
When it comes to construction projects, there’s bound to be some sort of disagreement or conflict along the way. This is especially true for larger residential projects, as homeowners can be quite critical and discerning. Because of this, a contract can be a contractor’s best friend. This legal document outlines the terms and conditions… Read More »
Regulatory Compliance in Construction
Building a home, commercial building, or other structure is not an easy task. There are many regulations involved in the construction industry for many reasons. There are health and safety laws in place. There are environmental safety considerations. There are also laws regarding hiring and training of employees. Regulatory compliance is necessary for general… Read More »
Misdemeanor Penalties
A crime is usually classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony. The primary difference between these two are the penalties involved. Felonies have the most severe penalties, while misdemeanors are a lot less severe. They are very minor in comparison, but there can still be a lot involved. In Florida, misdemeanor offenses are… Read More »
Construction Defect Claims on the Rise
If you’re in the construction industry, you have probably seen business booming in the past year. The COVID pandemic shut down construction for a while. There were a lot of unknowns at this time, so homeowners and developers didn’t know how to proceed with planned construction projects. Those days have passed. There are no… Read More »
Dealing With Unrealistic Expectations in the Construction Industry
When it comes to construction, workers often have to deal with unrealistic expectations from clients. Clients often expect the world and they want it done quickly and inexpensively. They want it all, and this pressure falls on the contractors. It can be hard to avoid unrealistic expectations from clients, but it is up to… Read More »
