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Construction disputes can arise in both residential and commercial projects, often involving allegations of defective workmanship, water intrusion, structural issues, code violations, or incomplete work. In Florida, many construction defect claims are governed by Chapter 558, Florida Statutes, which establishes a pre-suit notice and opportunity-to-repair process before litigation may proceed. Understanding the requirements of Chapter...

In modern litigation, critical witnesses are increasingly located outside the United States. Whether in international business disputes, probate litigation, commercial lawsuits, or cross-border contract matters, parties often need testimony or documents from nonparty witnesses residing abroad. Unlike domestic discovery, obtaining evidence from a foreign country can involve international treaties, diplomatic procedures, foreign courts, and strict...

Obtaining a judgment is often only the first step in the litigation process. In many cases, the more difficult challenge is actually collecting on the judgment. Florida law provides several powerful tools that judgment creditors may use to pursue recovery, but each option carries its own costs, procedural requirements, and strategic considerations. At our firm,...

Trianon Park Condominium Ass’n v. City of Hialeah and the Sovereign Immunity Barrier to Inspection-Based Claims Introduction Homeowners and property owners frequently assume that if a city building department  negligently approves defective construction, the municipality can be held financially responsible  for resulting damage. However, the Florida Supreme Court’s decision in Trianon Park  Condominium Association v....

Florida’s Marketable Record Title Act (“MRTA”), codified in Chapter 712 of the Florida Statutes Chapter 712, is a law designed to simplify and clarify real property ownership by extinguishing certain old claims, interests, and restrictions affecting title to real estate. Enacted to promote certainty in land ownership and reduce the need for extensive historical title...

Contracts are the foundation of most business and construction relationships. When one party fails to fulfill its obligations under an agreement, the result can be significant financial losses, project delays, and legal disputes. In Florida, breach of contract claims are among the most common types of civil litigation for businesses, contractors, and property owners. Understanding...

Florida construction lien law, governed by Florida Statutes Chapter 713, provides contractors, subcontractors, laborers, and material suppliers with important legal rights to secure payment for labor, services, and materials furnished to improve real property. Because Chapter 713 imposes strict procedural requirements and deadlines, failure to comply can result in the complete loss of lien rights....

A well-drafted contract can help prevent disputes, protect your legal rights, and provide clarity when important business or personal transactions are involved. Whether you are entering into a construction agreement, service contract, business partnership, or real estate transaction, the language contained in a contract can have significant legal and financial consequences. For businesses and individuals...

Construction projects do not always always go as planned. In Florida, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and laborers may have the right to file a construction lien against a property if they claim they were not paid for work or materials provided to improve the property. Because construction liens can affect title to your home and lead...