Monthly Archives: November 2018
Crane Crashes Into Orlando Home: The Importance of Insurance & Safety on Construction Sites
On September 4th, a construction crane crashed into an Orlando, Florida home. News reports claim that the roof was under construction when the accident occurred. The long arm of the crane crashes into the two-story home, splitting the last floor in half. The tip of the crane extended through the house Luckily, the house… Read More »
Two Important Statutes Governing Construction in Florida
There are laws on the book governing how construction claims are handled in Florida. Some of these laws are unique to Florida, and others are common to a few states. Contractors and owners, who do not regularly build in Florida, are well served to familiarize themselves with these laws. Among these construction laws is… Read More »
Employer Liability For Employee Acts: Frolic or Detour
As a general rule, employers are responsible for the acts of their employees. These acts include accidents born out of negligence, acts conducted within the scope of the employment, and acts that are part of the job description. With general rules there are exceptions. Although employees are an extension of their employers, this is… Read More »
My Neighbor Built a Fence on my Property
Encroachment A normal home improvement project can turn into a huge construction and real estate matter. Fence builders must be well versed in locating property lines to avoid encroachment. This is especially the case where homes are built in close proximity. Encroachment is the building of a structure partly or entirely on a neighbor’s… Read More »
