Are you about to start a construction project and wondering whether hiring a Construction Lawyer is a necessary expense to add to your budget? Wondering whether lawyers are recommended on large projects from start to finish or should lawyers be on the back burner until called upon? Hiring a Construction Lawyer prior to beginning a… Read more »
Thu Nov 9
Construction Contract Document Conflict
Given the large number and variety of documents required to administer a construction project today (plans, specifications, contracts, etc.), the likelihood of discrepancies arising between these different sources is almost unavoidable. Do you know how these documents rate in terms of their authority?
Tue Oct 31
Commissioner’s Regulations in Architecture
Though an architect is responsible for designs and drawings, they also play a part in structural safety. Whether building single-family homes or a large corporate building, a professional in the architectural industry must have the proper education and experience to practice. This article about the commissioner’s regulations in architecture was presented by John Caravella during… Read more »
Thu Oct 26
Is It Worth It To Elevate Your Home?
One of the most common causes of home elevation is extreme weathering and flooding. In general, there are two options when deciding to elevate your home. The homeowner can physically lift the home, building a new foundation at the bottom, or leaving the home as is, but just building a “livable space” upper level, alternatively… Read more »
Construction is filled with countless risks, from weather conditions, labor strikes, material unavailability, subsurface conditions, inaccurate plans, and specifications, among others variables. Each has the potential to delay the project, cause increased completion costs, and increase the likelihood of disputes, liens, or litigation. Problems stemming from inaccurate plans and specs can quickly become the obstacles… Read more »
This is a general information article and should not be construed as legal advice or a legal opinion. Readers are encouraged to seek counsel from a construction lawyer for advice on a particular circumstance. When homeowners are ready to get the ball rolling with their new construction project, excitement and happy emotions usually take over… Read more »
The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by Brian Bandell , and was published to the South Florida Business Journal. South Florida commercial and multifamily construction starts were flat at $4.7 billion in the first half of 2023, compared to the same period a year ago,… Read more »
Tue Sep 19
Deck Inspection Resources
Deck Inspection Resources (2020) by Frank Woeste, P. E., Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech. Spring is a great time to inspect your deck to make sure it is safe for continued use by your family and friends. The inspection resources listed herein should be useful for accomplishing a meaningful inspection of an existing deck for occupant… Read more »
The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by Florida Daily and was published on August 30th, 2023. To view the full article, please click here. Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network (DCN) has been activated to support homeowners who may need home repairs following Hurricane Idalia. This is a free… Read more »
The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was published to the Letter’s to the Editor, and is available to view on the Tampa Bay Times. Does anyone remember the picture of a single solitary home, standing virtually unscathed among the ruins in Mexico Beach after Hurricane Michael? Someone… Read more »