What’s in a contract? For construction contractors, the answer should be everything. Contracts are the backbone of Florida construction work, and it’s imperative that these contracts are fortified with careful and thorough legal consideration. But, what terms do you really need and what do some of the common terms actually represent when you’re signing a […]
One of the best and most efficient ways to help ensure payment as a construction contractor is to file a mechanic’s lien. A lien, in general terms, is a legal guarantee that the lienor (person who filed the lien) gets money if the property is ever sold. There may be multiple liens on one project […]
You have probably heard all about home solar panels- go green to save the earth, with no money down, and pay almost nothing on your electric bill. It sounds like a no-brainer if you are a homeowner to use clean energy to cut back on your electric bill. With over 11,000 solar panel companies nationwide, […]
Construction contracts require meticulous planning and negotiation. Each party has a goal to get the job done, but what this looks like and what it will take to get there may look different to each party. In negotiating a contract on your next Florida construction site, there are certain details that are often overlooked and […]
The health and long-term viability of almost any business is heavily connected to its insurance policies. Because there are so many types of businesses in the U.S., the types of insurance policies that exist to protect businesses are also numerous. It can therefore be confusing to know which policies your business needs. Construction companies and […]
Construction projects shape our communities. The homes we live in, the businesses we buy from, the places our children learn and play, and more. This, of course, makes avoiding mistakes imperative to ensure the protection of our communities and the people living in them. Mistakes are a reality in any line of work. They are […]
As we have previously discussed on the blog, disputes in a construction project can derail the entire project and put multiple parties at risk of losing out on serious cash flow. Common or minor disputes can quickly grow and halt work. There are numerous ways to solve a construction dispute, including arbitration which we covered […]
Entering into business with a construction contractor is often much more complicated than what many people presume. Besides disagreements between project owners and contractors over the quality of work performed, most other conflicts between these two parties come down to money. A relatively new type of financing for some home improvements, PACE, is causing some […]
Contract disputes are often best resolved through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, and construction disputes are no exception. The two most common ADR methods are mediation and arbitration, the latter of which is often considered to be the happy medium between informal mediation and often-costly litigation. Greater Control of Intermediary Arbitration shares features of mediation […]
“Blood, sweat, and tears” is a generic phrase, but it’s exactly what contractors genuinely put into Florida construction projects. Construction workers are some of the hardest-working people among us, and they deserve to be paid for their work. Unfortunately, sometimes their paychecks come up short or wires get crossed which can result in a lien […]
General contractors work hard to get the money they’re owed to complete a project in a timely manner. Draw requests play a key role in making sure that is possible, but when a draw request dispute arises it can delay the project, make the project more expensive, lead to loss of labor, and more. At […]
We all need to work to make a living. In some professions, taking on every job that comes your way may be the best avenue to financial security for the whole family. Some construction companies may take this approach, but there comes a time when a project and your company aren’t a match. There’s nothing […]
Construction projects require significant attention to detail to ensure quality control across the board. There are many layers to a construction project, so it’s important to be sure every member of your team is in sync with the details and expectations of the job. If a homeowner feels a job wasn’t done up to standard […]
Once you’ve chosen a piece of land for a new construction project or decided to add a new property to an existing plot, it’s time to start preparing the land. Construction is an expensive and time-intensive project, and a little bit of proper preparation ahead of time can save hundreds of thousands of dollars in […]
Putting together the large puzzle pieces of a construction job takes expertise and experience. When starting a project, there’s a blank slate that needs to be filled with expert vision. Construction workers need to project what materials and tools are needed to complete the job at hand. So, what happens when the projection is off […]
At Florida Construction Law Group, we understand the importance of construction projects for families, businesses, and communities. These contracts are the backbone of projects that shape the way Florida looks, feels, and welcomes people from outside our great state. Unfortunately, there are many hands involved in construction contracts that could lead to issues with properly […]
Every construction project comes with plenty of applications, negotiations, and if we’re being honest, too much paperwork. It can be exhausting going through the motions of every project, but the contracting process is just as important as the work itself. One key step is ensuring the contractors and subcontractors doing work on the project actually […]
Before we dive into this subject, we want to stress the importance of coming to a mutual agreement whenever you’re doing work or having work done. Define the terms, understand the terms, read the terms, and sign on the dotted line. With that said, we understand situations arise where two parties negotiate and come to […]
Construction jobs, no matter how big or small, can be complicated and require extensive documentation and payment. It’s important for both the property owner and the contractors working on the property to protect themselves in case something goes wrong on either end of the project. In Florida, a construction lien is a tool to ensure […]
Buying property and deciding to build it from the ground up is a thrilling proposition. It feels like a massive undertaking, but when the final product is ready, you will have something that feels unique to you in a way that only a new construction project can. This is true whether you are building your […]
