Commercial development is big business throughout Florida. There are many reasons for this, not the least of which is that the real estate market is lucrative and Florida is an alluring place to live. Still, there are frequently issues with large-scale projects and...
Many people in Palm Beach County may think of a bond as something people will need if they get a drunk driving charge or have another brush with the law. For others, they may think of the bonds they have from the United States Treasury which they can redeem for more...
Like other states, Florida allows contractors, sub-contractors and other providers of parts and labor who are involved in the construction industry to file construction liens, which also commonly get referred to as mechanic’s lien. In theory, construction liens...
Property damage claims from construction operations routinely occur. But contractors can protection themselves against construction law actions by regularly performing pre- and post-construction surveys. Problems Noise, vibrations, traffic disruption and other...
As large developments use increasingly large amounts of available land in South Florida, the conflict between developers’ plans and environmental regulations becomes ever more acute. In a recent case involving a developer’s plan to build a four-story duplex, the Palm...
In Boca Raton and throughout Florida, construction can be an arduous process with the contractors doing the work and the property owner having certain expectations as to how it will be completed. If there are allegations of construction defects, it could be resolved...
In early July 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis passed a collection of bills that address several environmental concerns in Florida. Among the bills cracking down on iguana sales and sewage discharge is an order to protect Florida’s coastlines. The new law impacts how...
If you want to avoid issues with the other party in a construction transaction, there are some hurdles you will need to cross and certain elements you and your legal party will want to look for in your contracts. Whether you are a construction contractor, a vendor or...
Mechanic’s liens are powerful tools that contractors or suppliers can use to leverage payment. Liens come with several complex issues for both claimant and defendant. When a party files a mechanic’s lien for work performed on a condominium, these issues can become...
Florida entrepreneurs, especially contractors, understand the challenges of dealing with large suppliers. These massive companies hold near-monopolies over regional supply chains, giving local businesses little competitive choice. Sometimes, these emboldened companies...
