When and How to Use Performance Bonds in Construction Contracts
In construction, deadlines matter, and so does quality. And when projects fall apart, whether due to a contractor walking off the job or failing to…
How Long Does a Quiet Title Action Take in Florida?
July 2, 2025
How Long Does a Quiet Title Action Take in Florida?
If you're dealing with unclear property ownership or a title dispute in Florida, you've probably come across the term "quiet title action." And if you're…
How to Use Demand Letters to Recover Payments from U.S. Buyers When They Breach a Contract
July 1, 2025
How to Use Demand Letters to Recover Payments from U.S. Buyers When They Breach a Contract
If you're a business, especially a foreign company, dealing with a U.S. buyer who has breached a contract and failed to pay, you’re not alone.…
Chapter 558 Construction Defect Presuit Mandates: What Florida Property Owners and Contractors Need to Know
June 30, 2025
Chapter 558 Construction Defect Presuit Mandates: What Florida Property Owners and Contractors Need to Know
If you’ve discovered a construction defect in your Florida property, whether it’s a cracked foundation, a leaky roof, or faulty stucco, you may be eager…
Ayala Law Files Class Action Complaint Against BNB Formula and Others
Ayala Law is investigating and has recently filed a putative class action lawsuit against BNB Formula, LLC, asserting claims for Florida Statutes § 501.021 et…
The “Harmless Error” Rule: Can You Still Win Your Appeal?
Imagine you’ve just lost your case in court. You’re considering an appeal, and your lawyer says the judge made a mistake during the trial. Naturally,…
The Smart Importer’s Guide: How to Draft Ironclad Distribution Agreements for South American Importers
June 25, 2025
The Smart Importer’s Guide: How to Draft Ironclad Distribution Agreements for South American Importers
If you’re a South American business importing goods into the U.S., or working with U.S. distributors, there’s one document you can’t afford to get wrong:…
Top 5 Common Reasons for Shareholder Derivative Actions in Florida Corporations
If you’re a shareholder in a Florida corporation and suspect that something is wrong with how the company is being run, you may be wondering,…
Chapter 558: How Florida’s Notice and Opportunity to Repair Law Can Help Contractors
If you’re a contractor working in Florida, facing a construction defect claim can feel like a major threat, not only to your reputation, but also…
Ayala Law Obtains Dismissal of Foreclosure of Lien and Lis Pendens Against its Client
Ayala Law has quickly obtained a dismissal of a lawsuit seeking the foreclosure of its client's property related to claims of unpaid assessments and "other…
How One Defective Component Can Bankrupt an Entire Supply Chain: Legal Risks in Assembled Products
June 19, 2025
How One Defective Component Can Bankrupt an Entire Supply Chain: Legal Risks in Assembled Products
In today’s global economy, most products aren't built in a single place, they're assembled. A single finished product often contains dozens (or hundreds) of parts…
The Material Escalation Clause: Why Construction Businesses Are Losing Thousands Without It
June 18, 2025
The Material Escalation Clause: Why Construction Businesses Are Losing Thousands Without It
If you’re a general contractor or subcontractor in Florida, you already know how unpredictable construction costs have become. Between material price spikes, supply chain disruptions,…
Understanding Critical Superseding vs. Intervening Causes in Faulty Construction
If you’re dealing with a construction defect or property damage claim in Florida, you may come across legal terms like intervening cause or superseding cause.…
How to Know If You Have a Construction Defect: Signs Property Owners Shouldn’t Ignore
If you recently purchased or renovated a property in Florida and something just doesn’t feel right, you’re not alone. Many property owners suspect something is…
Ayala Receives $65,000 Final Judgment in Breach of Construction Contract Litigation
Ayala Law has successfully obtained a $65,000 final judgment in a two-year-long litigation arising out of unpaid construction work done on an Amazon facility in…
Foreign Investment Crackdowns: What Overseas Investors Need to Know About Buying Property in Florida in 2025
June 12, 2025
Foreign Investment Crackdowns: What Overseas Investors Need to Know About Buying Property in Florida in 2025
Florida has long been a prime destination for international investors, offering warm weather, economic opportunity, and a strong real estate market. But in 2025, foreign…
