Whether you are an owner preparing to break ground on a new project or a contractor entering into a construction contract, one of the most critical—and often overlooked—sections of your contract is the termination provision. When a project goes sideways, the termination clause dictates how, when, and at what cost you can walk away. Too often, parties assume that if things are not going well, they can simply cancel the contract and move on. That assumption is wrong—and can be

Effective July 1, 2025, a new provision of Florida law, Section 553.837, Florida Statutes, establishes a mandatory builder warranty for qualifying newly constructed homes. This statute imposes minimum warranty obligations on builders of single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, and quadruplexes. For residential developers and homebuilders, understanding the scope and practical implications of this law is essential to managing risk. What the New Warranty Covers Section 553.837

Developing a new condominium project is a complex undertaking with significant long term exposure—particularly the specter of construction defect litigation that can surface up to seven years after the certificate of occupancy. One of the most effective risk management tools available to developers is the Owner Controlled Insurance Program, commonly known as an OCIP or “wrap-up” insurance program. Under an OCIP, the project owner or developer purchases a single, centralized i

Florida’s HB 803, signed into law on May 7, 2026, and effective July 1, 2026, changes how many building permits will be requested, reviewed, and handled across the state. The law is meant to make permitting more predictable and less burdensome, especially for owners and contractors working on smaller residential projects. It does not, however, eliminate permits for higher-risk work. The Biggest Day-to-Day Changes Some smaller residential jobs may no longer need a building per

One question that we are receiving is whether the ensuing tariffs on materials qualify as a force majeure event. The short answer is it...

After the destruction and devastation of Hurricane Ian in Southwest Florida, both property owners and contractors will be scrambling to...

In Florida, the Slavin Doctrine is alive and well. The Slavin Doctrine, nationally known as the "Completed and Accepted Doctrine," holds...

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District Florida settled its allegations against a Central Florida contractor accused of...

If an owner terminates a contractor due to a contractor default on a bonded project, can the surety hire the same contractor to complete...

In Florida, parties often negotiate and include a waiver of consequential damages in construction contracts and design professional...