Problems with new construction can feel stressful when something goes wrong after the project ends. Florida law gives you rights when construction work does not meet basic standards. Knowing how warranty claims work helps you take action sooner and protect your...
Many construction contracts in Florida include arbitration clauses, and people often agree to them without knowing their impact. These clauses control how disputes move forward when problems arise during a project. When you understand arbitration, you gain clearer...
Delays in construction projects are common, but when a contractor consistently misses deadlines, it can cause frustration and financial strain. If this happens, it’s important to understand your options and take the right steps to protect your interests. Review your...
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...
