Tampa, Florida Law Blog
“Lien” on Me
A few years ago I obtained a judgment for a client in excess of $100,000.00 against two individuals that had no intention of paying it. We recorded our judgment lien in a few counties and then I turned it over to the law firm of Marcadis Singer, P.A., a collections...
Pool or a Pond …
One of my favorite movie quotes comes from Caddyshack: Carl: But, seriously, no b.s…if you ever want to rap or just get weird with somebody…You know…buddies. Ty: I’ll drop by. You drop by my place any time. Carl: What’s your address? You’re on Briar, right? Ty: Briar,...
Asleep At The Wheel
As technology advances and changes the way we engage in our everyday activities (for example, I’m dictating this to my computer, which, while great, also leaves me with the unsettling feeling that I’m talking to an imaginary friend), we are confronted with,...
Saving Your Lien – the “Triple Step” Dance
Sure, you know that if you're a subcontractor you need to provide an NTO to the owner within 45 days of starting, and you know that you must record your lien within 90 days of substantial completion, but as a contractor do you know about the final step in the lien...
5 safety tips for Florida motorcyclists
Living in warm weather all year can have many advantages. For motorcyclists, the mild climate lets them ride their bikes in every season. But when they take the road, they may find themselves at much more risk of injury or death than other drivers. According to the...
3 Common types of construction contract disputes
The last thing you want to happen during your current construction project is a contract dispute. After all, it can only lead to a delay in the project and extra money spent trying to fix any issues. There are several reasons why a dispute might arise. Knowing some of...
Know what to do if you are in a car crash
Nearly 4.5 million people are injured in car crashes in the United States each year, according to the National Safety Council. Thousands more escape injuries but suffer damage to their vehicles as a result of their own or someone else’s negligence. If you are involved...
Preliminary Reports Indicate Design Flaws in FIU Bridge Collapse
A preliminary report released by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) indicates errors were made at the design stage, ultimately resulting in the the fatal pedestrian bridge collapse at Miami’s Florida International University (FIU) campus. The incident...
Top 5 Strangest Black Friday Personal Injuries
Love it or hate it, Black Friday is here again. Every year, shops and retailers open their doors to the seasonal stampede of shoppers looking for the best sales and deals to kick off their holiday gift-buying. Promises for “doorbuster” sales and savings on Black...
FL Court Clarifies on Use of Pre-Suit Notices in Construction Defect Claims
In a recent ruling, a Florida appeals court provided come clarity on the application of pre-suit notices in regards to construction defect claims. Under Florida’s Statute of Repose, a claimant must initiate an “action” for a construction-related issue/claim within ten...