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Category Archives: Design Professional Liability

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Challenges of AI in Architectural Design

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a game-changer in many industries in the past few years. Many companies have been relying on ChatGPT and other tools to write articles, automate tasks, and simplify everyday mundane activities. The capabilities of these tools include increased efficiency, innovative design solutions, and the potential to predict future trends in… Read More »

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New Florida Law Reduces Statute of Limitation for Design Claims to 7 Years

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

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 »

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Understanding The Hierarchy Of Architects In Florida Construction

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

With most Florida construction projects, there are many moving parts and roles taken on by owners, developers, design professionals, contractors, and subcontractors. You might not think about who is leading the efforts as far as architecture requirements, but there is a small army of architects with specific positions and duties. Their efforts are critical… Read More »

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Proposed Ban On Noncompete Agreements: Impacts For Florida Design Professionals

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

US officials generated a passionate response from parties on both sides of the issue after a recent announcement banning noncompete agreements between employers and employees. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a press release in January 2023, stating that the prohibition would increase workers’ earnings, improve competition, and enhance innovation in multiple market sectors…. Read More »

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Contractual Protections To Limit Design Professionals’ Liability In Florida

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

There are numerous reasons that design professionals prefer to work for a firm instead of going out on their own, but avoiding liability for construction defects certainly ranks near the top. Under Florida statute on liability of design professionals, a person who is employed by or acting as agent of a business entity is… Read More »

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Elements Of Design Professional Negligence In Florida

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

In the Florida construction sector, the role of the architect and other design professionals is a surprisingly powerful one. These individuals are in charge of taking the owner’s vision and transitioning it into images and plans, which serve as the foundation for the construction project’s concepts and structures. All work products created by architects… Read More »

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Florida Design Professionals: Take Note Of Risky Contract Terms

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Florida architects, engineers, and interior designers encounter contracts on a regular basis and, for the most part, the provisions are generally run-of-the-mill. This is not to say the usual terms are not important, but you have probably seen them enough times that you know their function and impact on your interests. However, as construction… Read More »

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Overview On Errors & Omissions By Florida Design Professionals

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Individually, the words themselves carry a negative connotation; taken together in the context of design professionals on Florida construction projects, “errors and omissions” are both frustrating and expensive. Construction industry statistics indicate that up to 70 percent of the total rework costs on projects are linked to the tasks of architects, engineers, and related… Read More »

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Design Team Roles And Responsibilities In Florida Construction Projects

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Unless you are involved with construction on a design-build delivery process, you will be working with design professionals at various stages throughout the lifecycle of the project. Your team may include different individuals licensed through Florida’s statutes on architecture, interior design, and landscaping, each of whom brings their professional skills in taking the construction… Read More »

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How Design Professional Liability Works In Florida

By Linkhorst & Hockin, P.A. |

Every Florida construction project starts with a design, and it is the design professional’s job to make the owner and/or developer’s vision become a reality. However, these individuals are also responsible for delivering services in accordance with the appropriate standard of care for their discipline. When architects, engineers, and related professionals prepare construction documents,… Read More »

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