Construction projects typically involve very specific expectations. Property owners want to repair damage or renovate part of a building. They hire a company capable of performing the work necessary to make those improvements.
Much of the time, construction projects begin
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Avoiding common pitfalls in Florida construction bonds
For contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in Florida, construction bonds can provide a safety net—but only if you understand how they work.
Payment bonds generally protect you, ensuring you receive payment if the hiring party fails to pay. Performance bonds, on…
Guidance for contractors facing licensing and permit claims
Contractors in Florida face strict licensing and permitting requirements, and even minor oversights can trigger costly disputes. Allegations of working without proper credentials or permits can stall your projects, damage your reputation and expose you to fines or even criminal…
Construction disputes: Choosing between arbitration and mediation
Construction disputes in Florida move fast and hit projects hard. Contractors, owners and developers all feel the pressure when communication breaks down and deadlines slip. Choosing the right dispute resolution path helps you protect your money, your project and your…
What to know about contractual risk transfer
Contracts for construction projects, like most contracts, are in large part about assigning risk to each party but also minimizing unnecessary risk. Typically, risk (and therefore, liability) is assumed by the party that has the most control over specific aspects…
Is mold growth a construction defect?
Clients who pay for the construction of new edifices or major renovations of existing ones generally expect them to be in pristine condition when they assume tenancy. Contractors and leaders running construction companies typically maintain high standards to ensure that…
Addressing tariff uncertainty in force majeure clauses
Businesses of all kinds throughout Florida and the rest of the country that depend on products from outside the U.S. are dealing with an added level of anxiety caused by the uncertainty around tariffs. The potential threat of future tariffs,…
Contract fatigue: Managing the overload in construction projects
In the world of construction, contractors are no strangers to complexity, but contract fatigue can be a silent productivity killer that often goes unnoticed. Juggling several legal agreements for a single project can leave even seasoned professionals mentally drained and…
The complexity of latent construction defects
Disputes over construction defects can be complex in any situation. There may be significant questions over who caused the defect and who is responsible. Was it the contractor, a material supplier, a manufacturer or even the property owner themselves?
But…