David Adelstein | Florida Construction Legal Updates A recent case, Jon M. Hall Company, LLC v. Canoe Creek Investments, LLC, 49 Fla.L.Weekly D812a (Fla. 2d DCA 2024), demonstrates four important things when it comes to liens: Here are the key facts in Jon M. Hall Company: The Contractor moved for a petition for a writ of certiorari to… Continue reading Don’t Ignore a Notice of Contest of Lien
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Contractors May Be Able to Appeal Despite Government’s Delay in Issuing Its Final Decision
Alexander Gorelik and Barbara A. Duncombe | Taft Stettinius & Hollister A recent opinion from the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) suggests that contractors may be able to appeal before receipt of a contracting officer’s final decision (COFD) when the government seeks to delay issuing a decision. On April 3, 2024, the ASBCA addressed the… Continue reading Contractors May Be Able to Appeal Despite Government’s Delay in Issuing Its Final Decision
Blueprint for Change: How the Construction Industry Should Respond to the FTC’s Ban on Noncompetes
Matthew DeVries | Best Practices Construction Law In a groundbreaking move aimed at fostering fair competition and empowering workers, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule last week to ban noncompete agreements nationwide. This ruling may carry profound implications for the construction industry, prompting construction businesses to reassess their practices and ensure compliance while… Continue reading Blueprint for Change: How the Construction Industry Should Respond to the FTC’s Ban on Noncompetes
When OSHA Cites You
Michael Metz-Topodas | Construction Executive The best defense against an OSHA citation is just that: a good defense. Make sure your safety program has you prepared to respond—and keeps you from getting complacent about your workers’ safety. With the strong bonds that form among construction project teams, workers looking out for each other helps keep… Continue reading When OSHA Cites You
Chapter 1: The Bid
The Cromeens Law Firm Chapter 1 The Bid “I did not agree to do the electrical work. I never agree to do the electrical work.” That’s what Josh from Super Door Subcontractor told me after the general contractor on his community college project had sent him a notice of default letter. The letter demanded that… Continue reading Chapter 1: The Bid