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Poor Workmanship on Florida Construction Projects

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

Construction projects are not simple. Even the smallest ones come with a lot of elements. Everyone and everything has to work together in order for the project to succeed. This means that everyone working on the job needs to be performing at the highest levels of workmanship at all times. When they don’t, you… Read More »

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How Technology Can Reduce Safety Concerns

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

More than 1,000 people are killed in construction accidents in the United States every year. Most of these fatalities are caused by falls, electrocutions, getting struck by something, and getting caught in between something. What can be done to prevent these risks? How can construction sites be safer? Artificial intelligence is helping. Monitoring systems,… Read More »

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Common Problems Between Contractors and Subcontractors

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

As a general contractor, you have to work with a variety of people, from clients to employees to architects to subcontractors. For some people, working with subcontractors is fairly easy because they understand the construction process. However, disputes can still arise and without proper communication, things can get ugly quickly. Both contractors and subcontractors… Read More »

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Florida’ Construction Industry Concerning for Workers

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

One of the biggest industries in South Florida is real estate. In order for real estate to thrive, there needs to be construction. And while construction is booming, there are a lot of concerns regarding safety and pay. In a new report called Behind the Skylines: Labor Conditions in South Florida’s Commercial Construction Industry,… Read More »

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5 Orlando Residents Indicted for Construction Fraud Schemes

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

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 »

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Why Construction Site Theft is a Huge Concern

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

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 »

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Regulatory Compliance in Construction

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

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 »

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How Women Are Changing the Construction Industry

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

The construction industry has changed a lot in the past few years. One major change has been the addition of women in the workforce. This has been a huge step towards progress but it has also created a huge number of challenges. Having women join the male-dominated field has been a godsend. The construction… Read More »

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Why Technology May Be Hindering Jobsite Safety

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

Safety has become a key area of focus for construction companies in recent years. With workplace accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the rise, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has become more stringent with rules and fines to ensure construction workers are safe while working on job sites. Many companies are turning to… Read More »

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Cash Flow Issues in the Construction Industry

By Linkhorst Law Firm, P.A. |

Remodeling or building homes from the ground up is a great way to make money. But in the construction industry, the general rule is that in order to make money, you need to spend money. This can be a struggle if you don’t have a lot saved up or access to credit or trade… Read More »

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