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Securing Justice In Insurance, Construction And Injury Cases

What Is A Construction Defect Lawsuit?

Construction defect lawsuits are legal actions taken by homeowners to address problems with their homes following construction. Construction defects have many consequences, from costly repairs to personal injuries. The laws around construction defects are highly complicated, and working with a construction law attorney is an important part of securing the outcome you deserve.

At Collett Law, PLLC, our attorneys are experienced with construction law and have the dedication to clients that you can count on. Homeowners across Jacksonville turn to us because we provide a high standard of service. Our hands-on approach means clients always know who is working with them and always understand where their case is going.

Recognizing A Construction Defect In Your Home

Construction defects are not often immediately noticeable to you when you purchase your home or move into it. If you’ve had work done, it’s possible a major problem is concealed behind a thin coat of paint. Most people don’t have the construction expertise to identify a defect before there is a problem, such as:

  • A leaky roof
  • A collapsed floor
  • An uninsulated wall
  • A faulty pipe installation

Damage caused by faulty construction, defective materials or code violations can also take some time to realize, even after a problem. However, if there is a construction defect and you don’t find out until after there is some sort of consequence to that defect, you can still pursue compensation. However, construction law is complicated, so it can be a difficult road to take.

The Complex Nature Of Florida’s Chapter 558 Codes

A major guiding law in Florida regarding construction defect claims is Chapter 558. The law provides a framework for how to pursue a construction defect with the hope of reducing litigation. The process is as follows:

  • Upon discovery of the defect, you must notify the contractor in writing about the defect.
  • The contractor has 60 days to respond, which can be either an offer to fix the defect, a settlement or a denial.
  • If there is no settlement in those 60 days, you may proceed with a lawsuit.

Commonly, construction contractors may provide a few alternate proposals for reaching a favorable outcome. If you cannot agree, however, you deserve to take the next steps, and we’ll be with you.

Experienced Construction Law Attorneys Standing With You

Reach out to us to learn how our team can make a difference for you in your case. We’re dedicated and compassionate and ready to work hard to help you recover the compensation you need. Call us at 904-644-1143 or send an email using this form to get started.