CONSTRUCTION DEFECT LIABILITY

The defense of developers, architects, engineers, general contractors, roofing contractors, subcontractors, and window manufacturers and installers in construction defect and personal injury claims is one of the firm’s many areas of practice. Our attorneys have years of experience in working with contractors as well as expert witnesses in this area of litigation. This area of practice also includes;

• Defective Construction
• Defective Building Products
• Statutory and Contractual Warranty Claims
• Delay Damages
• Mechanic's Liens
• Indemnification
• Coverage Issues
• Building Envelope

In addition to handling construction defect litigation we also provide assistance and representation in non-claims related matters involving contract review and interpretation along with pre-claims assistance.

*KEY FLORIDA STATUTES RELIED UPON IN CONSTRUCTION DEFECT LITIGATION

Building Construction Standards Chapter 553
Construction Contracting Chapter 489 Part I
Construction Defects Chapter 558
Construction Liens Chapter 713 Part II
Condominiums – Rights and Obligations of Developer
Condominiums – Rights and Obligations of Association		 Chapter 718 Part II
Chapter 718 Part III
Cooperatives – Rights and obligations of Developer
Cooperatives – Rights and obligations of Association		 Chapter 719 Part II
Chapter 719 Part III

Damages in actions against contractors for injuries
sustained from negligence, malfeasance, or misfeasance.

 768.0425
Limits on Consultant/Contractor Liability
on Florida Department of Transportation Projects		 337.195
Statute of Limitations for actions founded on the design, planning or construction of an improvement to real property 95.11(c)

RESOURCEFUL WEB LINKS

Florida Building Code – online

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)


*Disclaimer: This information is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail.