Legal Question in Construction Law in Florida

Statute 558.001-558.005

Can you please explain this statute to me, the judge put my case in abate until the statute is met. I think I did comply with it already, my letting the owner come in my home and see the work done at the time he said all was normal. But if I wanted a independent inspector we could do that. I chose to call the fire marshall regarding code and the maunfacturer to come out and make reports which I have. But do I have to let them come back again 3 months later and have an expert come out. I had to rebuild our staircase during the time since it was unsafe and against code as stated by the fire marshall.


Asked on 9/29/04, 8:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Randall Gilbert Gilbert & Caddy P.A.

Re: Statute 558.001-558.005

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RESPONSE: Chapter 558 has to do with complaints regarding construction defects. It has become a trap for the unwary owner. IF you need assistance I recommend contacting a lawyer. I don't know anything about your case, but "generally" when dealing with that statute I usually hire an expert to review the defects and then place the contractor on notice reasonably detailing the defects. But really, you need to contact a lawyer. Good Luck,

Randall Gilbert

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Answered on 9/30/04, 10:36 am


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