Effective July 1, 2024, contractors will be required to certify Workers' Compensation classification codes when renewing their licenses. The requirement ensures proper Workers' Comp coverage and accurate worker classification. Review your current classifications to be sure you comply with the law.
If you wish to file a complaint against a contractor, you may contact the Department of Business & Professional Regulation online at .myfloridalicense or by phone at (850) 487-1395.
South Florida Law, PLLC Lawsuits against contractors are typically filed in civil courts and can be based on various legal grounds, ranging from negligence and failure to meet obligations to construction defects and violations of building code requirements.
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.
In Florida, complaints against contractors are often filed with the county contractor licensing board but alternative measures exist too. The licensing board will review all allegations made by the property owner and begin an initial investigation to confirm the accuracy of the complaint.
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Generally, all construction contracts in Florida must contain are required to disclose the contractor or subcontractor's registration number issued by the Florida DPBR; if required. Furthermore, all construction contracts should also include a construction defect notice and opportunity to cure provisions.
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A contract is legally binding. It is formed when there is an offer, an acceptance, and, importantly, consideration by both parties. Without consideration, there is no enforceable contract in Florida.