How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You
There are few moments as potentially overwhelming or frightening as becoming the victim of an injury. In addition to the health toll, you also need to consider the potential of bringing legal action when another party has caused your injury. The law can be challenging to navigate, which is why you need to turn to […]
The Law and Your Business– Public Bidding and the “Cone of Silence”
Christian Lake, Esq., Lindell & Zebouni A recent case was decided by a Florida Court dealing with a violation of the “cone of silence” as it pertains to bid protests. The Agency for Health Care Administration’s (“AHCA”) procurement process sought vendors to provide AHCA-administered Medicaid plans in Florida. The bidding process was a two-step process […]
The Law and Your Business– Force Majeure/COVID-19
By Tony Zebouni, Lindell & Zebouni If you are unable to perform construction services due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the language in your contract may hold the answer to your potential liability. While impossibility of performance is a defense recognized by most courts, the inclusion or exclusion language in a contract is important to read […]
The law and Your Business – Incorporation by Reference of Prime Contract
Tony Zebouni, Lindell & Zebouni All language in a prime/subcontractor contract is important. A recurring issue for subcontractors is found in the definition of contract documents and certification of inspecting and testing the project site. Subcontracts often contain similar language: “Contract Documents” shall mean this Subcontract, together with the Exhibits and Attachments hereto, the Prime Contract […]
The Law and Your Business- Arbitration Provisions and Applicable Law
Tony Zebouni, Lindell and Zebouni, P.A. When you sign an agreement with an Owner or Contractor it is important that you read and understand all the provisions of the contract (including those referenced as part of the contract documents). Whether arbitration is mandatory or permissive, the law of which state is to apply and who […]
The Law and Your Business- Notice of Commencement and Priorities
Tony Zebouni, Lindell Farson & Zebouni, P.A. A general contractor executed and recorded a notice of commencement on January 7, 2014 that was accurate, with the exception that it was not signed by the owner of the property. Notwithstanding, the owner was aware of the general contractor’s notice of commencement and made no objection to […]
The Law and Your Business-Lost Rights under Claim of Lien
By Tony Zebouni, Lindell & Zebouni I thought that you might enjoy a break from the Covid 19 pandemic and read about Florida lien law for a change. If you believe that once you’ve filed a correct claim of lien in Florida, that your rights are protected so long as you file a foreclosure action […]
Third-Party Workers’ Comp Claim? Why You Need A Lawyer
When injured on the job, navigating the Florida workers’ compensation law can be complex. It becomes even more so if making a claim against a third-party whose negligence caused your injuries. While Florida law states that you cannot sue your employer once you file a workers’ compensation claim, you may sue another party whose negligence […]
Bicycle Safety
Summer is quickly approaching. This increases the use of bicycles on the road. It is important to follow bicycle safety rules since there are numerous accidents and deaths on bicycles each year. In fact, in 2016 there were 840 bicyclists killed in traffic crashes in the United States. To assist you in avoiding being the […]
Diminished Value Claims: What You Need to Know
A car accident is every car owner’s worst nightmare. Even if your vehicle is repaired and able to run as good as new, your car will not be worth as much as it was before your car accident. This is a consequence of living in the post-CARFAX era. One way to make up this difference […]