Insights on Lien Law
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Lien law can be complex, but our blog simplifies it. Written by experienced attorneys, each post offers practical guidance, clear explanations, and updates on key legal developments. Whether you’re a contractor, supplier, or property owner, our insights help you navigate lien law with confidence.
Introduction to the Florida Construction…
Florida’s Construction Lien Law is a statutorily-created method for placing a lien on real property the fundamental purpose of which is “to protect those that have provided labor and materials for the improvement of real…
Misinformation in NOC? Your Florida…
Where a lienor detrimentally relies upon misinformation contained in the notice of commencement such as an incorrect description of the real property when preparing its lien-related filings, the property owner is estopped from relying upon…
Florida Construction Liens with Errors…
If the time for filing an initial construction lien has not expired, a construction lien containing an error or omission can be amended. Even if the time for amending an initial construction lien has expired,…
Criminal Penalties for the Misapplication…
By: Barry Kalmanson Florida law provides criminal penalties for a person, firm or corporation (or an agent, officer or employee thereof) who knowingly and intentionally misapplies construction funds. Section 713.345, Florida Statutes defines the misapplication…
When Must a Lienor Serve…
A contractor’s final payment affidavit must state that all lienors under direct contract with the contractor who have timely served a notice to owner on the owner and the contractor have been paid in full…
Priority of Construction Liens in…
Under Florida law, the standard priority rule of construction liens is first in time; first in right. Florida’s Construction Lien Law creates an exception to this rule where a notice of commencement is in effect.…