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Overview of Florida’s Ch. 558 Process for Developers

08.17.2011

Construction problems, such as design defects, poor workmanship, code violations and the like could arise after any construction project, and may signal the beginning of a construction defects claim. Chapter 558, Fla. Stats. is Florida’s pre-suit notice and right to cure procedure, which applies before property owners assert a claim […]

Areas of Focus: Construction Law & Litigation, Chapter 558 Specialized Claims Team

New Law Impacts Bidders’ Access to Public Records and Evaluation Committee Meetings

07.01.2011
Mark J. Stempler

On June 2, 2011, Governor Scott signed HB 7223 into law. This new legislation amends Florida’s Public Records and Sunshine Laws, by expanding “exemptions” applicable to bids, proposals and replies to sealed competitive solicitations, and closes evaluation meetings from the public in certain instances. First, Section 119.071, Florida Statutes was amended to provide that...

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Local Government Lobbying & Procurement, Bid Protest

Overview of the Ch. 558 Process for Property Owners

04.26.2011

Owners are responsible for monitoring their property for signs of construction problems, which may include design defects, poor workmanship, code violations and the like. Problematic conditions could arise during or after any construction project, such as roof repair and/or replacement, concrete restoration, elevator upgrades and repairs, and work on the […]

Areas of Focus: Construction Law & Litigation, Chapter 558 Specialized Claims Team