Florida Construction Industry Law Blog
Where Is The Appropriate Venue To Litigate A 713.24 Transfer Bond?
The appropriate venue for litigating the foreclosure of a construction lien is obvious. The appropriate venue must be the county in which the property is located. Clearly, the county in which the property is located must issue the foreclosure judgment … Read Full Post
Disputes Regarding Interpretation Of The Florida Building Code By Building Officials, The Florida Building Commission And Contractors
Have a dispute regarding an interpretation of the Florida Building Code (the “Code”)? Building officials in the State of Florida are given a lot of leeway in enforcing and interpreting the Code; however, there are mechanisms to keep them in … Read Full Post
How Do You Become A Certified Building Contractor In Florida?
The construction industry is booming again in Florida. As a result, many people are seeking to take advantage of this by becoming licensed contractors. Chapter 489, Florida Statutes and 61G4-12 through 23, Florida Administrative Code sets forth the requirements for … Read Full Post
Commercial General Liability Insurance In The Construction Industry
What policy exclusions are included in your commercial general liability insurance (“CGL”) policy? If you do not have coverage, one mistake by an employee or a subcontractor, working on your behalf, can devastate a business. The insurance industry can be … Read Full Post
Construction Contracts: Arbitration and Venue Provisions
Many construction contracts for Florida projects contain arbitration provisions that require venue in a state, other than Florida. The term “venue” refers to the location where litigation will take place, in the event a dispute arises. Although Florida has a … Read Full Post
An Insider’s Perspective On Navigating The Florida DBPR Regulatory And Professional Boards
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 … Read Full Post
Florida Construction Liens: First Furnishing. What does it mean?
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. … Read Full Post
How To Become A Certified Mechanical Contractor In Florida
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 … Read Full Post
Workers’ Compensation Requirements For The Construction Industry
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 … Read Full Post
Your Guide To The Construction Project Payment Process, Including Retainage
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. … Read Full Post