Gainesville, Florida Construction Law Firm
Florida construction law is like a puzzle with ten thousand pieces––an elaborate mix of complex real construction laws that demand a comprehensive familiarity with Florida State and Alachua County codes and regulations.
Our construction law attorneys are familiar with these numerous laws, and they are happy to assist you with:
- Disputes, problems and questions
- Inspections
- Licenses
- Liens and lien litigation
- Contracts
- Contractor liability
- Engineer liability
- Architect liability
- Building codes
- Zoning
- Permits
- Residential construction projects
- Commercial construction projects
To speak to our construction law department regarding your statewide construction law issues, please call Moody, Salzman and Lash at (352) 373-6791 or e-mail our Florida construction law attorneys. We can help.
Construction Law 101
Contracts
This fundamental document establishes the rights and authorities of every party covered in the contract. You must read and fully understand this vital document in order to know what is legally expected of you. You are entering into a binding legal agreement. Never make assumptions!
Our construction law attorneys will go over your construction contract with you step by step, explaining the nuances and interpreting the legal terminology. It’s important to have trustworthy counsel representing your interests throughout the process making every necessary change until you’re comfortable putting your signature on it in indelible ink.
You must fully understand and comprehend any construction document before signing. If you fail to read or fully understand a construction contract, you may jeopardize a positive result if you need to be represented at trial.
Zoning Regulations
Properties are regulated by county laws and ordinances, so properties in certain areas must be developed in certain ways. What are your rights? What are your restrictions? Will your building be a residence or a business? Are you planning to build a fence? What kind of parking arrangements will you need? Do you have pets?
Should you elect to construct a project on property located in the State of Florida , it will be necessary for you to comply with State and County laws. Unless you fully understand these laws, you may find the process to acquire these permits very frustrating. Our construction and real estate law department can assist you in untangling the bureaucratic process.
Contractor and Construction Contract Disputes
Often disputes arise between construction companies and their clients over quality of work, implementation of specifications and understanding of other construction documents. Causing both property owners and contractors to lose patience and money when the work is repeatedly delayed or even stopped. Disputes often escalate to the point where litigation and or other means of settlement arise. Our construction law department can represent either contractor or owner in resolution of these disputes.
Your construction contract should specify how you can legally handle these sorts of disputes. Failure to make timely payments often frustrate the construction process. Contractors often stop the job for non payment while client claims defect in construction. The dispute between delays in construction and defective work can often be resolved through a properly drafted contract. Should review of the contract fail to provide a remedy, our construction law department will assist our clients in resolution of the dispute.
Why Hire Us?
Our construction law department at Moody, Salzman & Lash has the experience to assist you in any construction related situation. We have attorneys that are State Certified General Contractor/Developer, a Real Estate Broker and a professor at the University of Florida School of Building Construction. Our Construction law attorneys have experience with builders, developers, real estate, understand plans, specification and other related building documents. Whether for a single family residence or multi story commercial projects as your legal representation this understanding of the process is priceless when cross examining opposing parties and expert witnesses in a litigation.
Regardless of who you hire to tackle your project, it’s imperative that an experienced construction and real estate law attorney ensure that everyone fully understands and fulfills your expectations. Our construction and real estate law department has represented general contractors, residential clients, sub-contractors, professional craftsmen, suppliers, developers, real estate agents, bankers in all aspects of their construction pursuits to prevent or resolve all construction related concerns. Should you require our services please call Moody, Salzman and Lash today at (352) 373-6791 or e-mail our Florida construction law attorneys. We can help.
