Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) consists of many different forms, construction mediation being one of them. Construction meditation is used for owners, general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects, developers and material suppliers […]
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Change Order Considerations During the course of a construction project, the property owner or other contracting party may request for work, services, or materials that fall outside the scope of
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As a former resident of Altamonte Springs, Florida, and a law clerk for an Orlando law firm, Trent Cotney became intimately familiar with the Orlando construction market. Cotney Construction Law’s
To perform work as a contractor, an individual must be licensed within the State of Florida. Contracting and licensing are regulated by the Department of Business and Professional Regulations (DBPR),
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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s (OSHA) primary objective is to protect the safety and well being of employees by controlling exposure to unsafe working conditions that could potentially result
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As part of the construction lien process, contractors are required to notify the property owner of their intent to place a lien on the property. At any point, the owner
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Complaints are usually submitted to and handled by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). However, these complaints are sometimes handled differently in the building and construction industry. Allegations
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While Construction Lien laws are in place to better protect contractors and their right to payment, there are 5 commonly made mistakes that can revoke a contractor’s lien rights. As
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In an effort to reduce illness, injury and fatality rates in specific industries, OSHA has established what are known as Special Emphasis Programs that feature a combination of enforcement and
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The construction industry has strict on-site regulations to protect the safety and wellness of employees in hazardous zones commonly found in construction job sites. Often, OSHA will send a representative
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