Florida Construction Law

This video discusses how to address pre-existing conditions such as mold, mildew, dry rot, termite damage and water intrusion on Florida construction projects. The video discusses ways to document pre-existing conditions as well as suggest contract provisions that may address potential issues. Here is a direct link: http://video.yahoo.com/watch/7601682/20169963

This video discusses Section 716.06, Florida Statutes and the proper service and use of a Notice to Owner on Florida construction projects. Here is a direct link: http://video.yahoo.com/watch/7602360/20171942

This video discusses the statutory requirement that residential contracts contain the Florida Homeowners' Recovery Fund warning contained in Section 489.1425, Florida Statutes. Although there is no limitation in Section 489.1425, access to the fund appears to be limited to Division I contractors. Here is the direct link: http://video.yahoo.com/watch/7927827/20969284 This posting is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Trenton H. Cotney Board Certified in Construction Law Trent Cotney, P.A. 1207 N Franklin St, Ste 222 Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 579-3278 www.trentcotney.com

This video discusses the Notice of Commencement, and Section 713.13, Florida Statutes as it relates to Florida construction lien law. You can find the direct link here: http://video.yahoo.com/watch/7920412/20951766 This posting is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Trenton H. Cotney Board Certified in Construction Law Trent Cotney, P.A. 1207 N Franklin St, Ste 222 Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 579-3278 www.trentcotney.com