Deep Dive Contract Provisions: Part 1
Presenting Part 1 of our enlightening series: “Deep Dive Contract Provisions”. Alex tackles some of the most intricate and often misunderstood clauses in construction contracts.
3 (Avoidable) Lien Release Mistakes that Will Cost You Big Time!
In our newest episode, we dissect the labyrinth that is the lien release process, spotlighting three easily avoidable yet potentially costly mistakes.
The Surety Won’t Pay Me? How to Get A Bond Company to Pay.
Dive deep into the world of payment bond claims with us! 🛠️ From understanding the essence of a Payment Bond Claim to decoding the intricate Bond Deadlines, we’ve got you covered.
Key Changes in Florida’s Construction Claims & Building Code Violations
Dive into our latest episode where we unpack significant legal updates affecting Florida’s construction industry. The Statute of Limitations for Negligence (627.756(1)), effective March 24, 2023, shortens the limitation period for claims based on negligence from 4 years to 2 years. However, the 4-year period remains for actions rooted in design, planning, or construction of improvements to real property.
New Rules: Florida Officials Must Cite Code
This episode focuses on new statutes effective from July 1, 2023, aiming to prevent local building and fire safety officials in Florida from imposing unwarranted requirements after issuing a permit.
Unpacking Florida’s New Public Project Payment Protocols
In the latest episode of The Lien Zone Podcast, we delve deep into Florida’s freshly updated regulations regarding public project payments.
Florida’s Lien Updates: Nonpayment Notices & Transfer Bonds
Navigating the complexities of Florida’s lien laws has never been more crucial, especially with the 2023 updates coming into play. In our latest episode of The Lien Zone Podcast, we delve deep into the nuances of Private Project Notices of Nonpayment (713.23), emphasizing the importance of serving the Notice of Nonpayment to both the contractor …
Decoding the Nuances of Terminating Notices of Commencement
Today’s episode of The Lien Zone Podcast unpacks a pivotal aspect of construction law: Terminating Notices of Commencement under section 713.132.
Unraveling 2023 Florida’s Lien Law Updates Part 2
On this episode of The Lien Zone Podcast, we delve into crucial 2023 updates to Florida’s Lien Law, focusing on the impact of the newly introduced finance charges and the changes around calculating holidays and weekends when determining lien rights deadlines.
Florida’s Lien Law 2023 Updates: Part 1 – Contractor Definition and Finance Charge Insights
In our latest episode of The Lien Zone Podcast, we unpack the significant changes to Florida’s Lien Law, effective October 1, 2023. We discuss updates to the term “Contractor” which now includes construction management roles, and the new interpretation of “Final furnishing” emphasizing the importance of the last date of service or materials provision. Further, …