Many business and industries in Florida find it necessary to obtain some form of license in order to conduct business in this state. Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation (“DBPR”) is the state agency in charge of licensing and regulating businesses and professionals within Florida. The Florida DBPR is […]
The Florida Construction Lien Law can be a contractor’s best tool for getting paid in full. While the Lien Law ultimately helps ensure full payment for contractors, it is not always clear regarding the procedural requirements for perfecting lien rights. Understanding the nuances and technical requirements is critical in a […]
Living in Florida, and for some many businesses, a working air system and/or refrigeration systems is critical for personal comfort and corporate survival. Think of the ramifications if the air conditioning system of a hospital did not work correctly, or if a large storage cooler for a meat processing plant […]
Get hit with a stop-work order recently? For the construction industry, there are many requirements to abide by when it comes to workers’ compensation coverage. If you want to avoid being issued a stop-work order or penalty assessment, read my blog regarding the requirements of workers’ compensation pertaining to the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Construction delays are incredibly costly for contractors and owners. Therefore, the best approach is planning ahead so you can avoid them, then being prepared to effectively manage them if they occur. In this video presentation recorded by Jimerson Birr attorney Austin B. Calhoun, there is an in-depth discussion that defines […]
This blog is part of a series covering a critical component of a Florida construction lien—recording the claim of lien within 90 days’ of “final furnishing.” Failing to record a claim of lien within the 90-day final-furnishing deadline renders the lien completely invalid and useless. The trick is knowing when […]
To perform construction work in the State of Florida, the general rule is you better have a license. However, this is not the only requirement. The company performing the work must also be qualified, or they may receive an unqualified company violation. The final part of this blog series will […]