Posts Categorized: Construction

The Specific Jobs & Duties of an Architect

Whether you are planning on renovating your commercial property, residential property, or even investment property, hiring an architect is a step in the right direction.  Many clients think architects have one responsibility – to draw up plans and blueprints.  However, this could not be farther than the truth.  Architects take on many different tasks and… Read more »

Florida State Construction Safety: Navigating Scaffolding, Heat, OSHA, and Site Laws

Florida’s construction industry is a vital part of its economy, but it comes with significant safety challenges. From scaffolding regulations to heat protection laws, and OSHA guidelines to general construction site laws, understanding these regulations is crucial for ensuring worker safety. This article explores these key areas, highlighting Florida case study to illustrate their importance… Read more »

Disney Eyes $17B Worth of Local Construction Work in Florida

The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by Zachary Phillips, and was published to ConstructionDive on June 7th, 2024. To view the full story, please click here.  The entertainment company may construct a fifth theme park in Orlando, following an initial agreement with the local oversight… Read more »

Holiday Safety Measures For Your Home

Though the holiday season represents happiness and channeling positive energy for the New Year, unfortunate events can happen without expecting they will. Did it ever occur to you that your favorite decorations such as twinkling lights and evergreen scented candles could become dangerous? Below are five important steps to ensure your decorations are a success… Read more »

Primer on Mechanic’s Lien Waivers

Regardless of whether a construction project is residential or commercial, general contractors are expected to guard owners against mechanic’s lien claims by subcontractors. Under Lien Law Section 34, it is illegal for your contracts to provide that subcontractors or suppliers waive their mechanic’s lien rights altogether. Thus, the only way to limit mechanic’s lien claims… Read more »

Would Letting Roofers Do More Wind-Mitigation Work Help Reduce Florida’s Insured Losses in Storms? – An Insurance Journal Article

The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by William Rabb, and was published to the Insurance Journal on November 18th, 2024. To view the full article, please click here. Experts say the near-catastrophic failure, resulting in hefty insurance claims, was possible because the structure, likely built… Read more »