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 tricky, read on to find out what contractors should be […]
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 statute that governs venue in some construction contracts, when the […]
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 […]
Congratulations! The court has ruled in your favor and awarded a favorable judgment. However, there is no contact with the defendant and it’s not clear what assets are in play. Therefore, you need an effective plan on how to aggressively collect the judgement due–but without violating federal or state laws […]
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 […]