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Attorney Adam Linkhorst Sworn In As Board Member for The Associated General Contractors (AGC)

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Attorney Adam Linkhorst Sworn In (Again) As Board Member for The Associated General Contractors (AGC) at the annual dinner.  Linkhorst & Hockin was the photo sponsor.

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Risk Of Loss In Florida Construction Contracts

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Business may have been slow for some Florida construction contractors over the last few months, but the industry is expected to bounce back in solid fashion as 2021 draws to a close. Statistics indicate that South Florida will wrap up the year at almost $20.3 billion in total construction market volume, and 2022 will… Read More »

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Construction Bid Protests In Florida: Quick Facts For Contractors

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

When it comes to Florida construction projects between a government body and a private contractor, the law is clear that fairness depends upon open competition. In enacting the statute on public procurement, lawmakers expressed their intent that allowing a bidding process for these projects reduces the potential for perceived favoritism. It is only when… Read More »

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Retainage In Florida Construction Projects: Answers To FAQs

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

By its nature, the lifecycle of a typical Florida construction project spans weeks, months, or years. During this time, contractors and property owners alike take on a certain amount of risk based upon their respective interests. The concept of “retainage,” i.e., withhold funds from the contractor, arose as a way to balance the interests… Read More »

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Tips For Avoiding Change Order Disputes In Florida Construction Contracts

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

When negotiating a construction contract, contractors and owners typically operate under a key assumption: There WILL be changes to the project that will inevitably impact the scope, cost or schedule. It is either impossible or impractical to comprehensively define the scope of work down to every last detail that may arise. Therefore, there is… Read More »

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3 Laws Florida Contractors Should Discuss With A Construction Law Attorney

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

The construction market continues to boom around Palm Beach County and all of South Florida, with experts predicting that growth will reach 4.6 percent in 2021. Even after a year of pandemic uncertainty and lockdowns, residential construction in particular is expected to soar to a 15.5 percent increase over 2020. Whether you have been… Read More »

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4 Benefits Of Arbitration To Resolve Florida Construction Disputes

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Regardless of the positions of various entities in a construction dispute or defects claim, there is usually one factor they CAN agree upon: It is worthwhile to consider all available, practical options to avoid costly, time-consuming litigation. Informal negotiations can often be successful in overcoming disagreements, but many parties require a process that offers… Read More »

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Florida Appeals Court: Insurance Company Cannot Hide Behind Homestead Exemption to Avoid Contractor Lawsuits

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Florida provides homeowners with some of the strongest creditor protections in the country. The Florida Constitution itself contains a homestead exemption, which prohibits the forced sale of a person’s primary residence in order to satisfy a debt or creditor judgment. There is, however, a critical exception for “obligations contracted for the purchase, improvement or… Read More »

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5 Reasons You Need a Florida Board Certified Attorney for Construction Law Matters

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Rules governing the practice of law allow attorneys to handle client matters in a wide range of areas, as long as they pass the bar and meet other general requirements to remain good standing. However, lawyers can also seek board certification from the Florida Bar Association in specific legal topics. If granted, the distinction… Read More »

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Florida Appeals Court Holds Tampa Violated State Redevelopment Laws By Offering Building Without Public Notice or Bidding

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Florida law authorizes local governments to designate “Community Redevelopment Areas” (CRAs) when certain conditions exist. The local government appoints a Community Redevelopment Agency to oversee the CRA, which in turn is responsible for developing and implementing a redevelopment plan for the area. If the local government subsequently wants to dispose of any real estate… Read More »

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