You may see a no-damage-for-delay clause in many Florida construction contracts. This clause tries to limit financial responsibility for project delays. You should understand when the law allows it and when it does not. How Florida views no-damage-for-delay clauses...
Hiring someone to handle construction or remodeling work can be expensive, and it might be tempting to go with a cheaper, unlicensed contractor. But in Florida, that decision can lead to serious legal and financial problems. Understanding what the law says about...
Getting paid on time can make or break a construction company. When project owners or contractors fail to pay, Florida’s lien laws give you a powerful legal tool to secure your payment rights. Understanding how these laws work helps your company recover what it’s owed...
Many people in Palm Beach County either need or will need to hire a contractor to do a significant project on a home that they own. Not hiring the right contractor for the job can be a disaster. A homeowner may wind up overpaying for their work or having to pay to fix...
Most construction contracts include an indemnification clause. This is a provision stating that one party to the contract agrees to pay for the losses incurred by another party. The party agreeing to pay is called the indemnitor and the party paying is called the...
Florida construction contractors working on building new homes might not consider mold growth something they need to worry about. However, mold growth in new homes is more common than you might believe. Causes of mold growth There are many causes of mold growth in new...
When you find yourself embroiled in a construction dispute with an unhappy client, things can get tense. Not only does the disagreement threaten costly legal action and the potential for a judgment against your company, but it can also severely damage your business’s...
Construction projects are often significant investments, whether you are building a dream home or expanding a commercial property. Unfortunately, construction defects can make an appearance in these projects. Ranging from poor workmanship to design flaws, a defect can...
Construction projects can often feel redundant and unremarkable, as we are used to driving or walking by countless sites. Whether it is road construction, the construction of a home, commercial building, housing units or the like, these projects and the success of...
Owning residential or commercial property in Florida does not always mean that you can use it as you choose. If there is a restrictive covenant attached to the property, your use of the property might be limited. Additionally, breaching a restrictive covenant may come...
