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Yearly Archives: 2015

October 2015

October 29, 2015 In The News

Jimerson Birr profiled by the Florida Times-Union in an article highlighting the firm’s distinction as one of Florida’s “Best Companies to Work For” and its commitment to putting employees first.

Protecting Property Interests and Rights in Eminent Domain Actions and Government Takings: Part V

October 22, 2015 Construction Industry Legal Blog, Florida Eminent Domain Law Blog

This blog post is part V in a series of posts to assist private property owners with protecting their property interests and rights in eminent domain actions and government takings. Part I provided a general overview of eminent domain and the government’s ability to take private property for public use. Part II discussed Florida law on the allowable scope for the taking of private property, which is determined by the element of reasonable necessity. Part III addressed regulatory takings, and Part IV explained how “just compensation” is determined. The fifth and final addition to this series concerns a property owner’s entitlement to attorney’s fees in eminent domain proceedings.

Florida Building Code: Violations and Claims

October 1, 2015 Construction Industry Legal Blog

The purpose of the Florida Building Code (“Code”) is to establish minimum requirements to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Its provisions apply to, among other things, construction, alteration, modification and repairs of buildings and structures. Therefore, it is no surprise that construction and design defect claims in Florida often involve one party alleging that a contractor, developer, design professional, subcontractor, or even a supplier are liable for violations of the Code.

Riparian Rights in Florida: The Right to a Waterfront View

September 28, 2015 Community Association Industry Legal Blog, Real Estate Development, Sales and Leasing Industry Legal Blog

In Florida, one of the most attractive and desirable features of waterfront property is the incredible view. Concerning waterfront property ownership, it can be difficult to distinguish where your private land rights cease, where your neighbor’s private land rights begin, and the rights of the State with sovereign submerged land […]

Material Supplier Construction Lien Rights: Lien Releases

September 16, 2015 Construction Industry Legal Blog

One of a construction material supplier’s biggest concerns is making sure they will get paid. There are a few things a supplier can do to ensure they get paid on a construction project. One of the most important steps a supplier should take is preserve its lien rights under Florida’s Construction Lien Law, Section 713.001-.37, Florida Statutes. The purpose of the Florida Construction Lien Law is to protect construction material suppliers from nonpayment. The Lien Law should become your best friend. You should know it well. If done right, a supplier can almost guarantee that it will get paid in full by using the Lien Law. However, strict compliance with the Lien Law is required and it is laced with traps for the unwary. Many suppliers fail to perfect their lien rights properly and find themselves unable to get paid. Don’t let that happen to you. This blawg focuses on preserving your lien rights through the proper use of lien releases. Don’t give away more of your rights than you have to.

Recovery of Attorneys’ Fees – Part I: Key Considerations in Attorneys’ Fee Provisions of Contracts

September 14, 2015 Professional Services Industry Legal Blog

For both client and attorney, there is nothing better than a sweet victory in litigation. However, this victory may be bittersweet if there is no recovery of attorneys’ fees. This blog post is one out of a series of blog posts that will discuss the recovery of attorneys’ fees and issues related to recovery. Specifically, this blog post will discuss contractual entitlement to attorneys’ fees.

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