What Items can generally be included in a Florida construction lien? Can a landscaper file a Florida construction lien for maintenance services? Can a Florida construction lien include overhead and profit? Can a contractor file a Florida construction lien for work an owner did not order? Can a supplier file a Florida construction lien? CanContinue reading “Q&A: What can I lien for in Florida?”
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Owner’s Guide to Resolving Construction Disputes
Disputes between contractors and property owners are common. They often revolve around issues such as defective construction, project delays, or change orders. When both agree to resolve these disputes before heading to court, the resolution typically involves some form of settlement where the property owner agrees to pay part or all of the remaining contractContinue reading “Owner’s Guide to Resolving Construction Disputes”
Litigating Critical Path Delays in Construction
In construction projects, time management is crucial for successful completion. A key concept in project management is the “critical path,” which helps to set the project’s schedule and determine its completion time. Understanding the critical path and how delays can impact it helps parties manage potential issues and navigate disputes that may arise. What isContinue reading “Litigating Critical Path Delays in Construction”
Risks of Pay-if-Paid Terms for Florida Subcontractors
Subcontractors often find themselves navigating risky terms in construction contracts. Among the myriad clauses that can affect their bottom line, “Pay-if-Paid” provisions stand out as particularly risky. These provisions essentially allow the general contractor (GC) to shift the burden of payment uncertainty onto subcontractors, conditioning payment on the GC’s receiving payment from the property owner.Continue reading “Risks of Pay-if-Paid Terms for Florida Subcontractors”
Are Verbal Construction Agreements Valid in Florida?
Written Contracts are Typically Not Required In Florida, construction contracts require three key elements: an offer, acceptance, and consideration (an exchange of something of value). Noticeably, a written contract and signatures are not elements on this list. Some contracts in Florida must be in writing to be enforceable. For example, contracts for the saleContinue reading “Are Verbal Construction Agreements Valid in Florida?”
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