Florida Mechanics Lien Filing “How To”

Florida mechanics lien statutes provide broad mechanics lien rights to contactors, subcontractors and other persons working on a construction project.  The Florida mechanics liens will provide a great benefit to those who know how to use them. In Florida, liens filed on private property or on funds relating to a public project are known as Mechanic’s […]

Florida Mechanics Lien Pre-Notices

Did you know that several states require that a “pre-notice” be provided to the Owner or Contractor prior to a mechanics’ lien filing?  One of those states is Florida.  In Florida, depending on the claimant’s status, a pre-notice may be required.  Subcontractors and sub-subcontractors, including materialmen and suppliers who do not have a contract with the […]

Public Private Partnerships (P3s) Heat Up In United States

Public private partnerships (PPP or P3) have been popular in Western Countries for decades.  Countries like France, Germany, Australia and Japan have embraced the concept and have constructed (and leased) public infrastructure projects from bridges to airports with PPP. The same seems to finally be taking off in the United States. While the Federal Government […]