Florida Statute §255.071 is a little known but potent tool for subcontractors and materialmen.
Relation Back to Notice of Commencement: Liens
Under Fla. Stat. §713.07(2), liens under §713.05 (persons in privity) and §713.06 (persons not in privity) attach and take priority as of the time that the notice of commencement is recorded.
Specially Fabricated Goods: When to Lien
As a general rule, the limitation period in most jurisdictions for filing a materialman’s lien on a property, assuming all other conditions have been met, begins to run when the materials are delivered to the property.
What Is a Proper Payment?
If you are the owner of a property that is the site of a construction project, one way to limit your exposure to the individuals and companies working on the project is to make “proper” payments during the course of construction.
Construction Contracts: Who is Prevailing Party?
Construction contracts and construction-related statutes generally provide the prevailing party with recovery of its incurred attorneys’ fees.