Monthly Archives: August 2018
What is a Contested or Uncontested Divorce?
A “dissolution of marriage” (most often called a “divorce”) may be either an “uncontested divorce” or a “contested divorce.” In either case one, one spouse asks the court for the divorce – this spouse is called the “petitioner”. The other spouse is called the “respondent.” After showing proper residence in Florida, which is six… Read More »
Can An Unlicensed Contractor file a Claim of Lien on My Property?
A lien filed by an unlicensed contractor, subcontractor, or sub-subcontractor is not valid; see §713.02(7), Florida Statutes, which states that no lien shall exist in favor of any party who is not properly licensed in the County in which the project is located for the work being performed. In short, if you do not… Read More »
What is a Notice of Commencement?
Warning Property Owners The Notice of Commencement provides notice of the intention to begin improvements to property, it provides the location of the property, description of the work and the amount of bond, if any. It also identifies the property owner, contractor, surety, lender and other pertinent information. Failure to record a Notice of… Read More »
