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Monthly Archives: August 2018

Your Guide to the Construction Project Payment Process, Including Retainage

August 7, 2018 Construction Industry Legal Blog, Presentations, Videos

Construction projects at their foundation are no different than any other businesses. Cash is king. Therefore, those who control the cash, often control the process. As a result, lenders and owners have major advantages in negotiation with a certified contractor. However, contractors and sub-contractors who thoroughly understand the process can […]

Florida Business Break-up 101: Issues, Mechanisms, Planning, Forcing, Defending and Valuation

August 7, 2018 Banking & Financial Services Industry Legal Blog, Presentations, Professional Services Industry Legal Blog, Videos

A Florida business break-up can be messy. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead, owners of a business who plan ahead with consideration of potential future challenges can help ensure an amicable break-up, free of drama or difficulty. And by having an experienced contract law attorney in your […]

How Florida Condominium Law Impacts Collection of a Condominium Assessment by Florida Condominium Associations

August 7, 2018 Community Association Industry Legal Blog

Florida condominium law is ever-evolving. As a result, an effective condominium law attorney can help ensure condominium associations are able to collect an overdue condominium assessment from each unit owner. In this video presentation, we explain how laws govern assessments by a condominium association in northeast Florida, as well as […]

How to Understand Purchase Money Security Interest or PMSI and Other Categories of Collateral That are Excluded From a Collateral Lien

August 7, 2018 Banking & Financial Services Industry Legal Blog, Presentations, Videos

A collateral lien may exclude some categories of collateral. This is of particular concern if a piece of property changes from one category to another. In this video presentation, Charles B. Jimerson and two additional attorneys provide a thorough explanation of purchase money security interest (also known as PMSI). Additionally, the speakers […]

Guide to Understanding a Construction Contract for Certified Contractors and Sub-Contractors in Florida

August 7, 2018 Construction Industry Legal Blog, Presentations, Videos

The construction industry has rebounded following the recession of 2008. Therefore, there is a greater demand for builders and their work than we’ve seen in years. Having a clear, thorough, binding construction contract helps to ensure that both the contractor and the client know what to expect. It also helps […]

Deciding Whether to Sue for Injunction, and What is the Process to Obtain Injunctive Relief

August 6, 2018 Presentations, Professional Services Industry Legal Blog, Videos

Suing for an injunction in Florida is all about preserving the status quo. Therefore, it’s important to not consider it a tool for righting a wrong. Rather, it’s about dealing with the future, not something that happened in the past. In this presentation, Jimerson Birr Associate Austin B. Calhoun covers Florida law […]

Buyer Actions and Seller Actions for Drafting a Complaint due to a Real Estate Sales Contract Breach

August 6, 2018 Real Estate Development, Sales and Leasing Industry Legal Blog

A real estate sales contract establishes the rights and obligations of the buyer and seller. As a result, it is important to understand what each party must do to avoid a contract breach. Otherwise, litigation may become necessary in order for you to recoup losses. In this presentation, we provide […]

Federal Miller Act – Staying Claims with Subcontractors who have a Payment Bond

August 6, 2018 Construction Industry Legal Blog

Payment claims on federal construction projects often involve bond claims governed by the Miller Act. 40 U.S.C.§ 3131.  General contractors on these construction projects must furnish a payment bond. The bond protects certain persons/entities supplying labor and materials, and carrying out work on the project.  You cannot require a party […]

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