Florida Homeowners Construction Recovery Fund

By Christopher M. Cobb June 26, 2020 Posted in Construction Law

The Florida Homeowners Recovery Fund (the “Recovery Fund”) was created under Chapter 489.140, Florida Statutes and its purpose is to provide relief for Florida residential homeowners who have been financially harmed by Florida licensed contractors.  As a construction license holder in Florida, you should know and understand what the Recovery […]

By Nicholas Elder April 6, 2020 Posted in Construction Law

One of the most important responsibilities of an attorney when evaluating a claim is to identify the risks and potential exposure resulting from a lawsuit.  In doing so, one aspect of damages often overlooked in this evaluation is the entitlement by a plaintiff to prejudgment interest.  In the arena of […]

By Christopher M. Cobb February 26, 2020 Posted in Construction Law

The construction industry is booming again in Florida. As a result, many people are seeking to take advantage of this by becoming licensed contractors.  Chapter 489, Florida Statutes and 61G4-12 through 23, Florida Administrative Code sets forth the requirements for an applicant to achieve initial licensure. In Florida, an individual […]