Legislation For Construction In Florida
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Florida General Contractor License Requirements Business Entity Registration. Proof of Financial Stability. Work Experience and Passing the Exam. Submit Application and License Fees. Provide Your Insurance Information and Proof of a Surety Bond. Show Proof of Worker's Compensation Insurance.
New legislation, signed into law by Governor DeSantis, requires all newly constructed homes to carry a one-year builder's warranty. Florida House Bill 623, titled “Builder Warranties,” goes into effect on July 1, 2025.
The Construction Industry Licensing Board is responsible for licensing and regulating the construction industry. The board meets regularly to consider applications for licensure, to review disciplinary cases, and to conduct informal hearings relating to licensure and discipline.
Section 542.33 - Contracts in restraint of trade valid, Fla. Stat. § 542.33 | Casetext Search + Citator. Florida Statutes. Title III - REGULATION OF TRADE, COMMERCE, INVESTMENTS, AND SOLICITATIONS.
Legitimate Business Interests Protected Under Florida Law Florida law specifies what constitutes a legitimate business interest, including: Protection of trade secrets and confidential information. Investment in specialized training. Development of substantial relationships with specific prospective or existing ...
542.23 Equitable remedies. —In addition to other remedies provided by this chapter, any person shall be entitled to sue for and have injunctive or other equitable relief in the circuit courts of this state against threatened loss or damage by a violation of this chapter.
Florida's non-compete statute specifically states that a non-compete “not supported by a legitimate business interest is unlawful and is void and unenforceable.” The meaning of what is a “legitimate business interest” has been the source of a great deal of litigation.
Florida statutes require that "the person seeking enforcement of a restrictive covenant shall plead and prove the existence of one or more legitimate business interests justifying the restrictive covenant." Fla. Stat. § 542.335(1)(b).
