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Construction Law
Construction Law

Why Notice of Commencement is Crucial

As a contractor or construction professional, ensuring legal compliance is essential for starting and completing any project successfully. One of the most critical steps in Florida is filing a Notice of Commencement (NOC), a required document that safeguards your rights, clarifies responsibilities, and helps projects run smoothly. Understanding the importance of this document and ensuring it is correctly prepared can save you from costly disputes and legal issues down the line. In Florida, contractors must record a Notice of Commencement

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November 21, 2024
Construction Law

BUILDING PERMITS IN HOME RENOVATIONS: A COMPLETE GUIDE

Having thoughts about or planning to renovate your home? Whether you’re planning a small upgrade or a major overhaul, understanding the role of building permits is crucial for a successful renovation project. In this guide we will go over the role building permits have in home renovations. WHAT IS A BUILDING PERMIT? A building permit is an authorization for “any person, firm, corporation, or governmental entity to construct, erect, alter, modify, repair, or demolish any building within this state.” Florida

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November 8, 2024
Construction Law

Mechanic’s Liens in Florida

Are you a property owner or contractor in Florida? If so, it’s essential that you understand the importance of a mechanics lien. According to Section 713.001-713.37 of the Florida Statutes a mechanics lien sometimes called a “construction lien” is a legal claim on a home or property by a contractor or another who has provided labor or materials to the property and has not been paid.  In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into what mechanic’s liens are, how they work,

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October 24, 2024
Business Law

Construction Contracts: Key Clauses you Need to Know

Are you a Florida Contractor? It is important to know that a construction contract is one of the most critical parts. A construction contract ensures that you and your clients create terms and conditions that both parties are satisfied with and that will be followed. These contracts are meant to protect both you and your clients. Florida Statute 489.101-489.147 covers construction contracting. A well-drafted contract establishes the key terms and expectations to be followed by both parties. It also provides

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October 14, 2024
Construction Law

Why Should Contractors Put Liens on Jobs?

What Is a Construction Lien? A construction lien, also known as a mechanics lien, is a type of security interest against a property by a contractor or subcontractor who has not been paid for work performed or materials supplied for the benefit of the property. These construction liens are designed to protect contractors, subcontractors, and materialmen from non-paying consumers or business entities. According to Florida’s Construction Lien Law, those who provide labor, materials, and/or services who are not paid in

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June 27, 2024
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