If you are involved in a real estate transaction or a construction project in Florida, the potential threat of litigation can lead to immediate concerns about the long-term viability of the deal. When a complaint gets filed in court, the legal case is off and running...
Boca Raton Florida Legal Blog
How to handle three key commercial real estate lease issues
Leasing out commercial property can be lucrative. With that said, there are often challenges that landlords face when dealing with commercial tenants. Although many of these disputes can be sorted out informally, sometimes the issue is so severe that it leads to...
Can a buyer cancel a real estate contract?
If you are a buyer who has signed a contract to purchase a property in Florida, you may wonder if you can change your mind and cancel the deal. Alternatively, as the seller, you may worry about the buyer changing their mind too. The answer depends on several factors,...
Tips for negotiating a commercial real estate lease
Finding the right location is one of the most important steps in setting up your Boca Raton business. A good location can make a significant difference in your ultimate business success. You may have found a location that you think is perfect and be ready to start...
Common types of construction defects
Any commercial or residential construction project in Florida carries the risk of construction defects. These can cause problems for both construction companies and property owners and if not addressed properly, result in legal action. Some construction defects are...
Can a seller cancel a real estate contract?
Purchasing a home is a major event and an exciting time for most Florida homebuyers. Once you have your real estate contract signed, you will likely feel relieved and ready to start planning your move. But what happens if the seller wants to cancel your real estate...
Regalia Condo Association settles suit for $17.5 million
Condominium towers are complex construction projects. Most are built as towers in excess of 20 floors. A defect in one unit may be indicative of defects in several other units. Back in 2018, the condo owners in the Regalia on the Ocean Condominium, a condominium...
The site plan approval process and potential outcomes
Business owners often want to make improvements to their existing premises or construct new buildings on land they own. Improving existing property or constructing a new office, factory or warehouse might increase the financial profitability of their business, even if...
Prepare for the complexities of buying and selling real estate
Real estate is a lucrative but complicated industry, especially in a popular location like Florida. For buyers and sellers of residential and commercial property, it is rife with areas where missteps can cause a litany of challenges. Often, people who are purchasing a...
What is destructive testing for construction defects?
For construction companies and property owners in Florida, construction defects are the bane of their existence. Not only does it result in the possibility of extra cost to repair, but it can also lead to a negative perception of the contractor and fears on the part...