Category Archives: Contractor Representation
What is Florida’s Homeowners’ Construction Recovery Fund?
For Florida homeowners left with unfinished projects, defective workmanship, or contractors who disappear after taking thousands of dollars, the state’s Homeowners’ Construction Recovery Fund can provide a financial lifeline. However, many homeowners are discovering that the program offers only partial relief and often does not fully compensate them for their losses. The Florida Homeowners’… Read More »
What to Know About Arbitration of Construction Disputes
Construction disputes are common and they can get expensive quickly. As project complexity grows, many contractors, developers, and property owners turn to arbitration as an alternative to traditional litigation. While arbitration can offer clear advantages, it also comes with drawbacks that should be carefully considered before including it as an option in a construction… Read More »
Stricter Rules on the Way for Florida Contractors and Subcontractor Payments
Money is a huge issue in the construction industry. There seems to never be enough to go around. Many people in the supply chain do not get paid in a timely manner, causing issues with contractors, subcontractors, and homeowners. A new law has been passed to help with this issue. Florida is rolling out… Read More »
Scaffolding Accidents on Construction Sites
Many construction sites have scaffolding. Scaffolding is a temporary structure typically made of steel or timber pipes, ledgers, and planks, It is often used in construction to provide a safe, stable, and elevated platform for workers, tools, and materials. It is essential for accessing high, hard-to-reach areas during building, renovations, and cleaning. While scaffolding… Read More »
Trench Safety and Collapse Prevention
A construction site may have trenches. Trenches are narrow excavations made in the ground to install, repair, or inspect underground systems. They are essential for building and maintaining infrastructure and utilities. Trenching and excavation work can be dangerous to workers. Soil types, weather conditions, and other factors can affect a trench’s stability. This can… Read More »
Top OSHA Violations in Construction
Dangers lurk on construction sites. Workers have to be careful of so many possible dangers, from falls to electricity to scaffolding issues to trench collapses. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets and enforces protective workplace safety and health standards for all industries. Fall protection violations once again topped OSHA’s list in fiscal… Read More »
Cost Control in Construction
Effective construction cost control is essential for delivering projects on time, within budget, and at expected profit margins. But the truth is that budgeting is not easy. And in the construction industry, with the average net profit margin ranging from 3 to 7%, cost overruns can quickly become a problem. Without strong financial oversight,… Read More »
Equipment Safety Tips for Construction Workers
Construction workers often work with tractors and other heavy equipment. While this equipment is often needed to get work completed, it comes with dangers. Equipment accidents can occur and cause serious injuries and even fatalities. Understanding the risks involved and implementing effective safety practices can help keep job sites safer. By combining proper training,… Read More »
How Ambiguous Contract Language Hurts Contractors
How well do you understand the contract you just gave your client? How well do they understand it? Are all sections clear? Do all the parties involved understand the scope of the work and the payment schedule? It is important to answer these questions honestly because ambiguity in construction contracts is very common. When… Read More »
Liquidated Damages vs. Actual Damages
Construction contracts tend to be dozens of pages long and include a ton of detail about the project. They often include provisions that allocate risk when a project runs late or fails to meet contractual obligations. One of the most important and frequently misunderstood provisions involves liquidated damages versus actual damages. For contractors, understanding… Read More »
