5 minute podcasts give you quick and easy to understand updates on construction law, licensing requirements, liens, contract tips, and how to get paid for your work! Each episode is recorded by Jason Lambert, a Florida-licensed construction attorney, base
In this episode we talk about Florida's construction licensing reciprocity and how to obtain a license in Florida if you have taken an exam or been licensed for less than 10 years in another state.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about Florida's new licensing statute for contractors who have been licensed in other states for at least 10 years, and Florida's new contractor reciprocity requirements.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we are joined by Texas construction lawyer, Karalynn Cromeens, author of Quit Getting Screwed: Understanding and Negotiating the Subcontract. We talk about arbitration provisions and the benefits and pitfalls of using arbitration instead of litigation to resolve construction disputes. Find Quit Getting Screwed on Amazon and visit Karalynn's website www.subcontractorinstitute.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we are once again joined by Texas construction lawyer, Karalynn Cromeens, author of Quit Getting Screwed: Understanding and Negotiating the Subcontract. We talk about the dreaded "pay when pay" clause in many subcontracts and how subcontractors can manage and negotiate these provisions to be less onerous. Find Quit Getting Screwed on Amazon and visit Karalynn's website www.subcontractorinstitute.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we are joined by Texas construction lawyer, Karalynn Cromeens, author of Quit Getting Screwed: Understanding and Negotiating the Subcontract. We talk about why subcontractors need to be aware of differences between the bid they submit to get a job and the scope of work attached to the subcontract they sign. Find Quit Getting Screwed on Amazon and visit Karalynn's website www.subcontractorinstitute.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we are joined by Joe Chase from Contractor+ to talk about Defining payment terms in contracts and how to use technology to get paid faster. Learn more about Contractor+ at https://www.contractorplus.app/ and save 15% by using promo code HGFL15!Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we once again are joined by Joe Chase from Contractor+ to talk about defining your scope of work in a contract and the benefits of doing so in real time. Learn more about Contractor+ at https://www.contractorplus.app/ and save 15% by using promo code HGFL15!Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we are joined by Joe Chase from Contractor+ to talk about using electronic signatures to get documents signed faster, Florida's electronic signature laws, and using digital signatures to keep anyone from denying a contract in the future. Learn more about Contractor+ at https://www.contractorplus.app/ and save 15% by using promo code HGFL15!Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about why you shouldn't wait until the deadlines to exercise your lien rights are upon you to take action. Rather, exercising your lien rights should be tied to internal business tasks and needs so that you never have to think about an approaching deadline.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about the benefits of using a non-disparagement provision in your construction contract, and how you can make sure it complies with the Federal Consumer Review Fairness Act. Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about adding a contract provision that can keep contract negotiations and prior versions of plans or specifications from coming back up during construction and causing problems. Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode, we talk with Matt Viator from Levelset.com about lien waivers, how to use them when you get paid, and what to look out for when signing them. You can learn more about Levelset by visiting www.levelset.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode, we talk with Matt Viator from Levelset.com about changes orders, how they can impact lien rights, and the best way to manage them to ensure they get paid! You can learn more about Levelset by visiting www.levelset.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode, we talk with Matt Viator from Levelset.com about how notices to owner and other preliminary notices can be used by contractors to protect payment rights and why it's so important to use them even when things are going well on a project. You can learn more about Levelset by visiting www.levelset.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode, we talk with Matt Viator from Levelset.com about how a construction contract is one of the most powerful documents for a contractor's business, what provisions they must have, and what many of them are missing. You can learn more about Levelset by visiting www.levelset.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode, we talk with Matt Viator from LevelSet.com about how COVID-19 impacted payments to contractors over 2020, what he sees in store for 2021, and how contractors have been using preliminary notices and liens to protect themselves during these bizarre times. You can learn more about LevelSet by visiting www.levelset.com.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about adding (1) a duty to cooperate provision, (2) a marketing/photography provision, and a (3) ability to read provision to your contract to ensure that you get what you need from property owners. Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about defining substantial completion in your contract to ensure that you are paid before the completion of a punch list and to keep property owners or contractors from holding up significant payments over minor issues.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about describing your scope of work in your contract and how this can have an impact on your ability to collect final payment or file construction liens. Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about two common methods of pricing projects -- flat fee versus cost-plus -- and how to address both of them in your contract. We also cover how each type of pricing provision impacts other parts of your construction contract.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
Over the next few weeks, we're going to take a deep dive on construction contracts and the provisions you should include in them. This episode provides a general overview of how to make sure your concerns about a project are addressed in a contract and how to make sure the right parties are involved in a contract.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about a new case decided in Miami-Dade County, where an appellate court affirmed that a contractor was entitled to damages for false comments made by a homeowner to the Better Business Bureau, HomeAdvisor, and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode, we talk about how to use contractual provisions to limit a difficult conduct or give you a way out of contract. This includes when a property owner is threatening to leave you a bad review in an attempt to gain leverage over you! Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about the need for a subcontractor agreement, provisions to consider having in one, and how to use a subcontractor agreement effectively on your projects.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In this episode we talk about the bare minimum for construction contracts -- what do you have to have in them under Florida law, what is good to have in them, and why you should have more than one contract for your projects. Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
Ever start a project and then uncover something (usually expensive) that you weren't expecting? In this episode, we discuss how to use a differing or hidden conditions provision in your contract to protect yourself from this and to set appropriate customer expectations.Visit www.hammerngavel.com for more Florida construction law and licensing tips and updates! *Nothing on this podcast should be considered a solicitation for legal representation. Further, nothing on this podcast establishes an attorney-client relationship between us. Do not take action or fail to take action based on the information provided on this podcast. The statements and views expressed on this podcast are my own and do not reflect those of my law firm. Further, they are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or a legal opinion.
In Florida, subcontractors and material suppliers need to send a notice to owner within 45 days of starting a project to preserve their lien rights. But what does that mean and when does the 45 day time period start? Can you serve them early? And how do you overcome contractor or homeowner complaints about sending them? We answer these questions and more in this episode!
Material costs keep going up! This episode talks about how to use contractual provisions to help protect your margins and put some of the burden of increased costs in property owners and other contractors.
This episode talks about the purpose of Hammer and Gavel and it's goal of getting easy to understand construction law information to contractors in bite-sized podcasts. It also covers Jason Lambert's background in construction. For more information, feel free to visit www.hammerngavel.com.
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