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...
Construction Law
Proposed law could reduce time for construction defect lawsuits
Construction defects are a concern for construction companies and property owners, whether it is a commercial or residential project in Florida. They can invite dispute, hard feelings, damage a business’s reputation and be financially problematic for all involved. In...
Mold and construction defects and damages
Helping a client build their dream home is a rewarding experience being a general contractor. However, many issues and mishaps could interfere with the timeline or even the completion of their home. When construction defects are apparent, it might be necessary to take...
How does Florida define the term “construction defect”?
The term “construction defect” has many practical meanings to owners of Florida real estate. Perhaps the roof leaked, or the windows were not weather proofed. Or maybe the air-conditioner did not function properly. Some defects may not reveal themselves for many years...
What if my construction company is accused of defective work?
Florida is a hotbed for construction. Whether it is commercial or residential, people are seemingly always having work done. Unfortunately, there are often complications with construction projects. Some are easily rectified with slightly more work, repairs and minor...
What can a contractor do about a subcontractor’s poor work?
Construction defects can land a project’s general contractor in legal and financial trouble. If the defect is serious enough, the contractor may wind up having to foot the bill to pay to fix the construction problem and pay other damages. General contractors rarely...
What are my options if I discover construction defects?
Readers of this blog have seen posts about construction defects in the past. Indeed, in a prior post, we explained the differences between design, material, construction (workmanship) and subsurface deficiencies. Deficiency overview For context, Boca Raton, Florida,...
How to obtain variances from zoning regulations in Boca Raton
There are many locations in and around Boca Raton, Florida, where people and businesses would like to build new buildings or remodel existing buildings. They may have a specific design in mind to ensure that what they want or need is in the new structure. There are...
Report: Labor shortage in construction to continue
Recent projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics suggest nearly half a million job openings in construction. All these unfilled positions will likely spur wage growth. Unfortunately, the labor shortage has its downsides as well. An aging workforce Factors from...
Can my workers refuse to work if they don’t like the worksite?
If you run a construction company, you have a lot of responsibilities. This includes responsibilities to the government, customers and to your employees. According to OSHA, one of those duties to your Florida employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment. This...

