The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by Kate Hussey, and was published by West Palm Beach TV. To view the full article, please click here. Houses that used to take 12 months to build now can take 15 months to complete, also pushing up the… Read more »
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Florida Construction Companies add 23,000 jobs; Industry Unemployment drops to 24-year Low – A Florida Construction News Article
The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by The Florida Construction News. To learn more about the FCN, please click here. The construction sector added more than 23,000 jobs in June while the sector’s unemployment rate fell to the lowest level ever and pay rates in… Read more »
2017 AIA Modifications, Insurance and Bond Exhibits Recap
Long Island Construction Attorney, John Caravella, Esq, co-presented Strafford’s AIA virtual webinar. Along with Steven Nudelman and Warren F. Jacoby, Mr. Caravella and his other co-presenters discussed the fine details of AIA Contract Documents: 2017 Modifications, Insurance and Bond Exhibit, Owner – Contractor Documents and Owner – Architect Agreements. Within this article, you will have… Read more »
Builders Grapple With Land Shortage, Soaring Lumber Costs
Long Island Construction Law does not own this content. This content was created by the Associated Press and was published to the Long Island Business News on March 22, 2021. U.S. home builders are poised to benefit this spring home buying season amid strong demand, low mortgage rates and an all-time low inventory of previously… Read more »
Southwest Florida Construction Booms as focus Shifts to Medical Services – A WINK Article
The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by David Dorsey and Nicholas Karsen, and was published to WINK. Southwest Florida is in the midst of a population boom, and with more people comes the need for more services, especially medical services. Gulfshore Business editor David… Read more »
What is a Mechanics Lien, and How Can It Affect Your Construction Experience?
We all know what a lien is. Depending on which side of the claim you’re on, a lien could be a good thing or a bad thing. According to Black’s Law Dictionary, the true definition of a lien is “a claim, encumbrance, or charge on property for payment of some debt, obligation or duty”. So, how is… Read more »
Florida Bill could make it Easier for Contractors to stay in the Workforce – A ‘The Center Square’ Article
The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C. does not own this content. This content was created by Andrew Powell, and was published to The Center Square on 1/25/2024. To view the full article, please click here. (The Center Square) — A bill in the Florida Senate that has already passed one committee hurdle could allow… Read more »
How Homeowners Can Prevent Construction Fraud
We have all heard the expression, “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” But, how do we really know when we are being fooled? Though Construction Fraud was not listed in Investopedia’s Most Common Types of Consumer Fraud article, Construction Fraud is more common than you would think. Normally, when… Read more »
How and When Filing a Mechanic’s Lien Protects you from Payment Refusals
Throughout time, circumstances arise where a homeowner feels the need to breach their contract by refusing to pay their contractor or architect for services that were already performed and/or provided. For example, perhaps a homeowner feels that the contractor’s work is not what was agreed upon or is subpar, or maybe even because the project… Read more »
John Caravella’s Article on Affirmative Action for Contractors
John Caravella’s Article on Affirmative Action for Contractors to be Featured in Nassau County Bar Association’s “The Nassau Lawyer” Publication The Nassau Lawyer has publish an article written by Mr. Caravella, regarding protected classes and anti-discrimination laws within New York State. Business Owners and Contractors are encouraged to stay informed of these issues and reform… Read more »