Construction Concepts Tip #6: Architects

Bilzin Sumberg has been selected as “Law Firm of the Year” by Latin Builders Association® (LBA). The award is presented to law firms for their expertise in working with the business community and the construction industry in South Florida.

The field of construction is consistently changing to meet demanding challenges. One of the ways these challenges are being met is the development of concepts of design assistand delegated design to more efficiently include the latest and most sophisticated building technology.

In 2023, the Florida legislature shortened the statute of repose period for filing construction defects claims from ten years to seven years. However, the Florida legislature afforded a limited grace period through July 1, 2024 for claims that would have remained viable under the former, 10- year ve...