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With the increasing complexity of construction projects, effective collaboration has become increasingly critical for completing projects on time and on budget, while still delivering high quality results. Collaboration can lead to innovation, cost savings, and added value for the client, as well as reduced errors and unneeded rework. True collaboration [...]

Construction delays are a common issue in Florida construction projects. There are a number of different types of construction delays that can occur, and each one can cause significant pain points for contractors, design professionals, and property owners. In this article, we will discuss the different types of construction [...]

When two or more parties agree to build something together, a construction contract is drawn up to outline the terms and conditions of the project. This document is vital in protecting the interests of both parties, and it's important to have a construction lawyer who can help make sure [...]

When you are involved in a construction contract dispute, it is crucial that you get proper legal representation. Contracts are legally binding agreements that need to be understood by all parties involved and when disputes arise, they are difficult to navigate and resolve. At Bennett Legal Group, we have extensive [...]

While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the construction industry as a whole, construction management needs to organize how they are proceeding as the virus progresses. The geographic location of projects and business operations, like the expansion of the virus itself, is influencing the ongoing impact and resulting conditions for [...]

Let’s face it, in the span of a few short weeks our lives have changed dramatically. The Coronavirus has begun its spread through the U.S. and is affecting almost every aspect of our lives. To slow and halt its progress, our government has resorted to aggressive measures to not only [...]

If you are in the construction industry, you are probably familiar with payment bond claims and liens and the importance of them in making sure you and your construction or design firm get paid. Missing a deadline for filing a lien or payment bond claim can have severe consequences for [...]

As you are searching for an attorney, whether for a specific need or for ongoing needs, you may wonder exactly how you should go about choosing the right attorney for you. We would encourage you to look into different firms and find the right one for you – legal work [...]

Litigation can be costly. Whether it’s the cost of hiring an attorney, the cost of the settlement or verdict itself, there is little debate that litigating can get expensive quickly. But what about intangible costs? The costs outside of attorney fees and settlement? Many people overlook these costs at the [...]

After previously rejecting the Daubert standard in accordance with the recommendation of the Florida State Bar, the Supreme Court of Florida has now adopted the Daubert standard for the admissibility of expert testimony, replacing the Frye standard. This new decision will affect the admissibility of expert testimony in state courts [...]

We have many business clients who come to us facing business-related disputes and are unsure of where to even begin. After all, these are business professionals well versed in their business, not attorneys or lawsuits. We always start by walking our clients through the process but want to give all [...]

This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get. Should my case go to trial or should I settle? The answer is – it depends. Each case is different and each client has different considerations to take into account as well as different priorities for the resolution of [...]

Many construction projects involve disputes at some point in the process. If you are managing a construction firm, you’ve likely experienced disputes on a number of projects. What happens when there’s a dispute? In some cases, the dispute goes to trial before a judge or jury. But in many other [...]

Back in 2015, OSHA began compiling a list of their most-cited safety violations each year. Interestingly, there hasn’t been much change from year to year. 8 of the top 10 this year were on the list last year and 4 – this year’s top 4 – have made the list [...]

Drones are on the rise in the U.S. In fact, they may be on the rise across multiple industries. But the construction and engineering industries are leading the charge – 35% of companies in those sectors have adopted the use of drones in their work. And those firms using drones [...]

20 years ago, this might have sounded like the name of a sci-fi movie. Today, it’s a realistic prediction of the future. As we type this, there is a robotics company that is working on creating military-grade applications and powered prosthetic limbs. This work is aimed at relieving some of [...]

Between 2015 and 2016, roadwork construction worker fatalities increased by 7%. The Federal Highway Administration attributes this rise to a few different factors: increased traffic, increased roadside construction projects and distracted driving. While we probably can’t control increased traffic and the increase of construction projects is a positive thing for [...]

After a 30-day compliance extension, the Occupational Safety and Health Commission (OSHA) is now enforcing the provisions of the new silica rule. There are enforcement guidelines that have been provided until the compliance directives are finalized. This rule has been met with both enthusiasm and criticism. Many companies say they [...]

This year, the U.S. has seen hurricanes the likes of which we have rarely if ever, seen. Hurricane Harvey did incredible flood damage in Texas, Irma made its way through Florida with high winds and flooding, and Maria has all but decimated the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. In Florida, [...]

Public-private partnerships (P3s) are becoming increasingly popular. The U.S. government is using these types of relationships more and more for infrastructure projects. Studies show adopting a P3 structure for a project can result in a very positive outcome as opposed to using standard contracting methods. Regardless, government agencies are still [...]

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has published form contract documents for over 130 years, which are commonly used and quite popular. In 2017, their documents were revised and updated. Prior to that, the last revision was in 2007. While there are quite a few documents that have been changed, [...]

Beware: The Latest Internet Fraud Scheme Since the dawn of the modern internet, scammers have found increasingly sophisticated ways to defraud the public. “Email Phishing” is a common form internet fraud where a scammer attempts to persuade someone to provide their personal information over the internet. Most probably know that [...]

We are pleased to announce that Michelle B. Kane has joined our legal team of Counsel. She has a strong track record and deep legal expertise in the construction industry. Michelle’s addition to the Bennett Legal Group will enhance our ability to serve our clients across the complexities of construction [...]