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A CLAIM FOR CONSTRUCTIVE SUSPENSION DOES EXIST

A claim for constructive suspension does exist: ?Constructive suspension occurs when work more...

ADMISSIONS IN ANSWERS TO CONSTRUCTION LAWSUITS MATTER

Ogden v. Defelice, 50 Fla.L.Weekly D937d (Fla. 5th DCA 2025), is a more...

UNJUST ENRICHMENT DAMAGES MUST BE MEASURABLE AND QUANTIFIABLE

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WARY TO THE UNLICENSED CONTRACTOR – YOU ARE SH*T OUT OF LUCK

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AGENCY PRINCIPLES MATTER (INCLUDING WHEN IT COMES TO ARBITRATION PROVISIONS)

A non-construction case touches upon important considerations regarding arbitration and agency principles. more...

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Notice to Owner Yes 45 days from the start date
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Notice of Intent Required? Timeframe to file a Mechanic's / Materialmen's Lien
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I am a Florida board certified construction lawyer, and practice construction law throughout Florida. I have represented contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, developers, associations, suppliers, sureties, and owners in a myriad of construction matters including defect claims, schedule-based claims, bid protests, payment disputes, lien and bond claims, liability and property insurance issues, and a host of other issues that affect the construction industry. I have also prepared and negotiated construction contracts utilizing industry form and non-industry form documents. I have a diverse background in construction and provide seminars and webinars on a host of construction topics.