Under Florida law, working as an unlicensed contractor can have damaging repercussions. A conviction in an unlicensed contractor case can lead to imprisonment and/or fines. This offense can refer to […]
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Once completing a project, the contractor and subcontractors are entitled to and expect to receive payment for their work. When not properly compensated, many contractors file a mechanics lien against
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At Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, our Brandon construction attorneys are experts in working with construction professionals, so we understand that for some industries fire hazards and other risks can not
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Contracts are at the center of every construction project, they serve both as protection to ensure the project will be completed as they are intended and payments will be served
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A payment bond is a security posted by the general contractor that ensures that payments will be made to subcontractors, sub-subcontractors, and material providers for services or products provided on
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There are a number of defenses that can be raised in response to an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) citation. When a citation is given, OSHA has the burden
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To meet OSHA’s operational standards, a primary requirement is properly recording, reporting, and annually posting injuries and illnesses as mandated by the agency. In an effort to help your organization
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When it comes to negligence and defective construction claims against a contractor in Florida, the plaintiff has the burden of proof on its claim. This includes having sworn expert testimony
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s primary goal is to protect the health and safety of American workers through the development, implementation, and enforcement of workplace regulation and standards. While
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Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) is in place to protect consumers and ensure that contractors are in compliance with the Florida Statutes. Whether it’s contracting without a
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