Florida’s construction industry is in a tight spot right now. With high demand, low workforce supply and a squeeze on materials costs, developers and contractors are feeling the pressure to complete projects on time and on budget. Unfortunately, the pressure to...
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Struck-by Deaths Plague Construction Industry Workers
If you work in construction, you know there is no such thing as a ‘usual day at the office’. Apart from the common site risks posed by heavy machinery and materials, you’re also facing external factors. According to a recent study, struck-by deaths appear to be on the...
Florida Legislature Amends Construction Defect Litigation Statutes Once Again
For the second time in two years, the Florida Legislature is amending its statute of limitations and repose regarding construction defect litigation and it’s effect could have a widespread impact on the state’s entire construction industry. The amendments, set to come...
Workplace Fatigue: A Chronic Issue
You know the feeling: 2:00p.m. rolls around and the workday seems to hit a lull. Lunch is settling in and you’re feeling a little drowsy… Whether it’s a midday crash or adjusting to a new work schedule, we’ve all felt tired at work. But workplace fatigue doesn’t just...
Workplace Injuries: Power Plant Accidents
A TECO power plant in Apollo Beach is the focus of scrutiny after an accident caused injury to workers, in some cases resulting in death. The incident has stirred widespread public attention and many are raising concerns that lawmakers and regulators need to take...
Tips for a Cool Summer: Avoiding Heat Illness
The Sunshine State This catchy state nick-name may be a draw for tourists, but if you live in Florida year-round, you know it can be a curse as much as a blessing. The sub-tropic climate may be nice in the winter when the rest of the country is freezing, but when...
10 Things to Establish in Construction Bids
What items need to be reviewed in construction bids? Whether you are building your first home or developing an office building, you want to make sure the company actually performing construction duties is responsible and competent. Hiring the wrong construction...
Rip and Tear Coverage in Florida
Insurance coverage always seems to be a topic of discussion between insurance providers and the courts. Exactly to what extent policy holders are covered is always being further defined, contested and redefined. The latest issue to arise during their ongoing...
FL Court Denies Medical Lien Amendment to Contingency Fee Contracts
Personal injury and wrongful death litigants will no longer be charged out of their contingency fee for specialized assistance on their cases. In October, the Florida Supreme Court ruled, decisively, on a third-round amendment proposed by the Florida Bar Board of...
Construction Labor Concerns Build in Florida
The growth seen in the Tampa Bay area is indicative of Florida’s real estate market continuing to rebound in the wake of the 2008 financial crises. However, there has been a growing rise of concern among developers and contractors over the apparent lack of...