False Payment Application does not Invalidate Construction Lien
Submitting a false partial payment application does not invalidate your lien claim – the lien law must be strictly construed and a contractual pay application requirement is not a statutory requirement. However, a false payment application may expose a contractor to criminal sanctions. CDC Builders, Inc. v. Rivera Almeria, LLC , 51 So.3d 510 (Fla. 3d DCA 2010). 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