Last Week in Florida Construction Law
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Court Holds Contractor Entitled to Credit Against $1.9 Million Judgment for Settlement Payment Made by Surety
The decision confirms that where a surety enters into a settlement payment with a project owner, the contractor is entitled to setoff that payment against a subsequent judgment obtained against a contractor for the same damages. Click here to read the full article.
Court Affirms Final Judgment, Tacitly Finding AIA Form Affidavit Satisfies Requirements Under 713.06, Florida Statutes
In a short opinion, Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal affirmed a final judgment foreclosing a lien in favor of a general contractor. While the opinion is short and without elaboration, reviewing the underlying trial docket raises questions about the acceptable forms for contractor’s payment affidavits and pleading affirmative defenses relating to lien claims. Click here to read the full article.
Where are the 8 bills affecting the construction industry in the process of becoming laws?
HB 267 - Changes to Building Codes Act - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 535 - Low Voltage Fences and Alarms - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 1335 - Local Licensing Boards and Homeowners’ Recovery Fund Limits - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 481 - HVAC Scope of Work and Warranties - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 917 - Local Journeyman Licensing - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 939 - Roofing Contract Cancellation and Disclosures - signed by Governor, takes effect July 1, 2024
SB 1142 - Extension of Local Licensing Deadlines - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 623 - Mandatory Warranties for Newly Constructed Homes - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2025
Click here for more information and details about each one of these statutes.
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Jason Lambert is a Florida licensed attorney, Board Certified in Construction Law, who focuses his practice on representing and advising contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in the construction industry throughout the state of Florida. Before law school, Jason spent a decade working in the construction industry, primarily as a project manager and operations director for both new construction and remodeling. He also has experience in the wholesale and retail electrical, flooring, and countertop industries.
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