2010 | Construction Law Authority

On Demand Webinar: Hurricane Preparedness During a Restoration Project: How to Protect Your Structure in The Wake of a Hurricane

August 31, 2010

Hurricane Preparedness During a Restoration Project: How to Protect your Structure in The Wake of a Hurricane, Webinar recorded August 25, 2010. Running time: 59:43....

Chapter 558 May Not Apply To All Construction Defect Claims

August 27, 2010

Lee Weintraub

Construction Defects

The recent change to §558.005 of the Florida Statutes appears to make that statutory code applicable to all claims for construction defects when the construction contract was executed October 1, 2009 or later. However, due to a hidden loophole in the statute, this may not be the case....

Flood Insurance Webinar Follow-Up

August 27, 2010

webmaster

Insurance

We were pleased to present a one-hour flood insurance webinar on August 19th. Please feel free to view the webinar in its entirety. http://www.legal-webinars.com/webinars/20100819/OPEN_ME.HTM...

Lender Beware: Liability for Construction Defects

August 26, 2010

Thomas Code

Construction Defects, Lender Liability

Home and condominium sales throughout the country are taking a hit. Many home and condominium developers have defaulted on construction loans resulting in an explosion of distressed projects....

Water Intrusion in Florida Homes and Condos

August 20, 2010

Sanjay Kurian

Construction Defects

Florida's afternoon thunderstorms can result in water intrusion through windows, roofs or other portions of the building envelope. Every owner should be vigilant and take necessary steps to protect their rights....

Changes Afoot to The Statute Governing Construction Liens in Tenant Buildouts?

August 20, 2010

Lee Weintraub

Landlord / Tenant

Section 713.10 of the Florida Statutes governs construction lien rights on jobs where a tenant, rather than a landlord, acts as the "owner" on a construction job....