Court Reduces $779,318.66 Verdict Entered Against Stucco Subcontractor to $55,652.00
This case arises from a construction defect lawsuit and the general contractor’s indemnification claim against the stucco subcontractor. After trial the jury awarded the general contractor only a portion of the damages. When the trial court ultimately awarded a higher damages amount, the stucco subcontractor appealed.
Contractor’s Lien Against Condominium Association Partially Discharged for Failure to Foreclose Against Unit Owner That Filed Suit to Discharge Lien
This case arises from a construction lien recorded by a disaster mitigation contractor against condominium association property. When two unit owners filed a lawsuit to discharge the lien as to their property, the contractor failed to take action as required under 713.21, Florida Statutes, to foreclose the lien, resulting in a partial discharge of the lien.
New Statute Allows Out of State Inspectors and Plans Examiners to be Licensed in Florida During a State of Emergency
HB 803 (2026) created a new statue allowing out of state plans examiners and inspectors to assist building officials in Florida during a state of emergency