Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Mitchell A. Schermer | March 19, 2024
In a world of mandatory arbitration provisions, limitations on damages, and expensive, intentionally drawn-out litigation, Chapter 558 is an effective mechanism to place owners and builders on level footing.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Daniel A. Gabuardi and Megan P. Schroder | March 7, 2024
The changes proposed by SB 908 will make the statutory lien waiver form mandatory for construction projects in Florida. SB 908 amends subsections (4) and (5) of Section 713.20.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Natalia A. Duran | February 21, 2024
Construction problems can occur in brand-new construction and older properties managed by associations. Fortunately, by staying informed about the situation and the mechanisms to address defects, HOAs can avoid costly pitfalls.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Mark M. Heinish | February 8, 2024
Chapter 558 of the Florida Statutes was enacted by the Florida Legislature in 2003 as "an alternative method to resolve construction disputes that would reduce the need for litigation as well as protect the rights of property owners."
By Alexander Lugo | February 5, 2024
The Am Law 200 firm is absorbing construction-focused Ferencik Libanoff Brandt Bustamante & Goldstein.
By Alexander Lugo | January 16, 2024
"Construction is at the heart of our economy. As our construction industry grows, our economy grows," said Franchesco Soto, chair of Miami-based boutique firm Haber law's construction law group.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Alexander G. Leon | January 8, 2024
How can an association or developer protect its rights against difficult, meddlesome or all-out dangerous neighbors? The answer is simple, "good neighbor agreements." A good neighbor agreement is a contractual agreement between neighbors, which can be used to outline protocols, policies, and mutual rules of respect and safety between the parties.
By Jim Saunders | November 29, 2023
The Sixth District Court of Appeal said the disputed part of the law, which requires homeowners to give a 10-day notice before filing lawsuits against property insurers, did not apply retroactively to policies issued earlier.
By Jim Turner | October 25, 2023
The My Safe Florida Home program provides grants to help pay for such things as reinforcing roof-to-wall connections, upgrading roof coverings and upgrading doors and windows, according to the program's website.
By Jim Saunders | October 17, 2023
Duke Energy Florida filed a proposal at the Florida Public Service Commission seeking approval to pass along the Idalia costs to customers in 2024.
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