Remedies for Breach of Contract in Construction Law
The signing of contracts is a basic element of construction projects, and contract breaches occur when one of the parties partly or wholly fails to fulfill the obligation(s) described in the contract. With construction projects, the stakes are generally high and contracts can be lengthy and complex, so a [...]
Bid Protests, Bid Disputes & Public Contracting in Florida
With the high stakes at play in public construction contracts, bid protests and disputes are relatively common among contractors in Florida.Bidding is critical to the success of a construction business and being adversely affected by an erroneous, unfair, or biased decision can impact the financial security of contracting companies.If you [...]
What are Some Common Disputes in Commercial Construction?
When a commercial construction contract is signed, everybody hopes that the project will be completed as planned — on time and within budget. But the inherent complexities in construction projects mean that few proceed without some hiccups — and, in the worst cases, full-blown disputes arise. Contractors, subcontractors, material [...]
Construction Escrow: What Contractors & Suppliers Need to Know
Escrow is a legal arrangement in which a third party temporarily holds funds until particular conditions have been met. Construction escrow accounts are often set up by lenders and project managers to hold money designated for construction projects. Construction projects of all sizes in Florida usually involve many stages, [...]
What is the Function of a Lien Waiver in Florida Construction Law?
Construction lien waivers are legal documents that are typically used in construction projects to release the right to file a construction lien against a property in exchange for payment or other considerations. In Florida, any party to a construction contract can waive lien rights for services, materials, and labor. [...]
DeVos Family Foundation Donates $95K to Harbor House to Combat Domestic Abuse with Family Justice Center
Harbor House of Central Florida, a nonprofit that helps domestic abuse survivors, has received a donation of $95,000 from the DeVos Family Foundation. This donation will enable Harbor House to establish the Family Justice Center, which will provide wraparound services for families seeking services under one roof. This initiative is [...]
