{"id":5884,"date":"2026-11-01T21:11:32","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T21:11:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/florida-contract-disputes-guide-tampa-area-businesses\/practice-areas-construction-contract-litigation-florida\/"},"modified":"2026-11-12T07:57:52","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T07:57:52","slug":"practice-areas-construction-contract-litigation-florida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/florida-contract-disputes-guide-tampa-area-businesses\/practice-areas-construction-contract-litigation-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Subcontractor Lawsuit Attorney Tampa | Ayala Law PA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-5882\" alt=\"Tampa construction site with stacked building materials and equipment on an active job.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/tampa-construction-site-with-stacked-building-materials-and-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/tampa-construction-site-with-stacked-building-materials-and-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/tampa-construction-site-with-stacked-building-materials-and-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/tampa-construction-site-with-stacked-building-materials-and-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/tampa-construction-site-with-stacked-building-materials-and-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/tampa-construction-site-with-stacked-building-materials-and-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Construction Litigation | Tampa and Hillsborough County<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Subcontractor Lawsuits in Tampa, Handled with a Business Litigator&#x27;s Focus<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Ayala Law PA focuses on unpaid-work claims, lien foreclosure and construction contract disputes for subcontractors, contractors and other businesses in Tampa, Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay area.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Book a Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Book a Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Eduardo A. Maura \u00b7 Published November 1, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>Construction contract litigation is the lawsuit or arbitration used to collect payment or settle disputes over a construction agreement. Subcontractors, general contractors, suppliers and owners bring these cases when a job stalls and the money stops.<\/p>\n<p>Ayala Law PA concentrates in business litigation, and construction contract disputes are one of the practice areas the firm handles. The firm&#8217;s only office is in Tampa, at 1646 W Snow Ave. The firm serves businesses in Tampa, Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay area.<\/p>\n<h2>What Construction Contract Litigation Covers for Contractors and Subcontractors<\/h2>\n<p>Construction contract litigation covers lawsuits and arbitration over payment, performance and the terms of construction agreements. It fits prime contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and owners on private Florida projects.<\/p>\n<p>Most of these fights start with paperwork. A subcontract or purchase order sets the price and scope. Change orders, pay applications and emails show what changed and what was approved. When those records disagree, the case often turns on what was signed and when.<\/p>\n<p>Some construction matters go to Florida courts. Others go to arbitration when the contract calls for it. Florida&#8217;s arbitration statute says a written agreement to arbitrate existing or future disputes is valid and enforceable, except on grounds that allow a contract to be revoked. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0682\/Sections\/0682.02.html\">\u00a7 682.02<\/a><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If an unpaid subcontract balance or a lien deadline is pressing on your business, call (305) 570-2208 or request a case evaluation with our team now. Talk it through with our team &#8212; we can walk you through how a situation like yours is usually handled and what your options are.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/two-construction-workers-in-hard-hats-help-an-injured-collea-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Two construction workers in hard hats help an injured coworker at a job site.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Disputes the Firm Handles in Construction Contract Litigation<\/h2>\n<p>Construction contract litigation handles disputes over money owed, work performed and the terms that connect them. Common matters include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Unpaid progress payments and final payments under a subcontract or purchase order.<\/li>\n<li>Pay-when-paid and pay-if-paid clauses, where the question is whether the owner&#8217;s payment must come first.<\/li>\n<li>Change orders and extra work, including whether the change was approved in writing.<\/li>\n<li>Backcharges and offsets, and claims for defective or incomplete work.<\/li>\n<li>Termination, abandonment or a contractor walking off the job, and the losses that follow.<\/li>\n<li>Construction contract fraud claims, such as billing for work that was never done.<\/li>\n<li>Real estate or commercial disputes that grow out of a construction project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pay-if-paid and pay-when-paid fights are common. The clause wording and the payment record shape how each side argues the claim. Get those documents together before you call.<\/p>\n<h2>Construction Lien Rights and Lien Foreclosure in Florida<\/h2>\n<p>A construction lien is a claim against property for unpaid work. Lien foreclosure is the lawsuit used to enforce a recorded claim against that property.<\/p>\n<p>Lien steps are technical. A missed notice or recording step can put a right at risk, so start gathering dates early. Useful documents include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Signed contracts, purchase orders and change orders<\/li>\n<li>Invoices and pay applications<\/li>\n<li>Notices sent and proof of delivery<\/li>\n<li>Lien releases and payment records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A separate limitations period applies to certain construction claims. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">\u00a7 95.11<\/a>, an action founded on the design, planning, or construction of an improvement to real property must be commenced within 4 years, with the time running from the date the authority having jurisdiction issues a temporary certificate of occupancy, a certificate of occupancy, or a certificate of completion, or the date of abandonment of construction if not completed, whichever date is earliest; when the action involves a latent defect, the time runs from when the defect is discovered or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence. In any event, the action must be commenced within 7 years after that earliest date. The clock starts on the earliest of a temporary certificate of occupancy, a certificate of occupancy, a certificate of completion, or the date construction was abandoned. For a latent defect, the time runs from when the defect is discovered or should have been discovered with the exercise of due diligence. Even then, the action must be started within seven years of that earliest date.<\/p>\n<h2>How Construction Contract Litigation Works: Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process moves from fact review to demand, then filing if needed, then resolution. The usual sequence looks like this:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Intake.<\/strong> You describe the project, the parties, the amounts in dispute and the key dates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Document review.<\/strong> Contracts, change orders, schedules, payments and emails are organized to identify claims and defenses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deadline check.<\/strong> Lien, notice and limitations dates are identified so no right is lost while the matter is reviewed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand.<\/strong> A written demand is often sent to seek payment before any filing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing.<\/strong> If needed, a complaint, lien foreclosure action or arbitration demand is filed in the proper forum.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Litigation or arbitration.<\/strong> Discovery, motions and, where required, mediation take place. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0044\/Sections\/0044.102.html\">\u00a7 44.102<\/a>, a court must refer any filed civil action for monetary damages to mediation when one party asks, if that party is willing and able to pay the costs of mediation or the costs can be equitably divided between the parties, unless an exception applies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resolution.<\/strong> The case ends in settlement, judgment or award, followed by enforcement if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Offers of judgment also carry cost risk. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.79.html\">\u00a7 768.79<\/a>, if a defendant&#8217;s written offer is not accepted within 30 days, the defendant can recover reasonable costs and attorney&#8217;s fees if the judgment is one of no liability or the plaintiff&#8217;s judgment is at least 25 percent less than the offer; if a plaintiff&#8217;s demand is not accepted within 30 days and the plaintiff recovers at least 25 percent more, the plaintiff can recover reasonable costs and attorney&#8217;s fees. Timing varies with the court&#8217;s calendar, the forum and how complex the dispute is.<\/p>\n<h2>Who the Firm Serves and Where Matters Are Handled<\/h2>\n<p>The firm serves businesses in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Brandon, Riverview, Plant City, Temple Terrace and the wider Tampa Bay area. It also handles Florida matters statewide. The firm&#8217;s bona fide office is in Tampa, at 1646 W Snow Ave.<\/p>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0047\/Sections\/0047.011.html\">\u00a7 47.011<\/a>, actions must be brought in the county where the defendant resides, where the cause of action accrued, or where the property in litigation is located. That statute does not apply to actions against nonresidents. For a Hillsborough County project, the location of the work often bears on where a case can be filed.<\/p>\n<p>Eduardo A. Maura is the lawyer responsible for this page. Our support staff help with scheduling, document organization and case administration. Your matter may be referred to another lawyer or law firm.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Contractors and Subcontractors Work With Ayala Law PA<\/h2>\n<p>Ayala Law PA concentrates in business litigation. That includes construction, commercial, contract, shareholder, real estate and international trade matters. Construction disputes sit inside that focus, and the firm handles them in Florida courts and arbitration.<\/p>\n<p>Our approach starts with documents. We review the contract, change orders, payment history and notices before we talk through options. We explain those options in plain language so you can weigh them against your business goals.<\/p>\n<p>Owners&#8217; personal exposure is a common question. A subcontractor owed money by a contractor&#8217;s company may find it hard to reach the owners. Courts look for a &#8220;showing of improper conduct,&#8221; which requires proof that &#8220;the corporation was actually organized or used to mislead creditors or to perpetrate a fraud upon them&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/flcourts-media.flcourts.gov\/content\/download\/2415797\/opinion\/Opinion_2023-0476.pdf\">Wurtzebach v. Flooring Depot FTL, Inc.<\/a>). That means proof the company was organized or used to mislead creditors or defraud them. <a href=\"https:\/\/flcourts-media.flcourts.gov\/content\/download\/2415797\/opinion\/Opinion_2023-0476.pdf\">Wurtzebach v. Flooring Depot<\/a> explains that rule.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; we can walk you through how a situation like yours is usually handled and what your options are.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Construction Litigation Questions Answered<\/h2>\n<p>Here are short answers to questions we hear from contractors and subcontractors.<\/p>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to sue over unpaid construction work?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida&#8217;s four-year period covers claims founded on construction of an improvement to real property. The start date and exceptions matter, and whether it fits your claim depends on the facts.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a subcontractor sue an owner without a direct contract?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lien rights and other remedies may be available in some cases. The paperwork and project dates set the options.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will my case go to trial?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some cases settle or go to mediation first. No lawyer can promise how a matter will end.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I stop work on unpaid invoices?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether to pause or stop work turns on your contract terms. Review them before you decide.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does a case evaluation cost money?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact the office to discuss your matter and the terms of representation.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should I bring to the first call?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring contracts, change orders, invoices, payment history, lien notices and a written timeline of key events.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/bronze-statue-of-lady-justice-holding-scales-and-a-sword-aga-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Bronze statue of Lady Justice holding scales and a sword against a dark background.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Our Team About Your Construction Payment Dispute<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re holding an unpaid subcontract balance, a lien deadline or a termination notice on an active job, time matters. Gather the contract, change orders, invoices, payment history and a timeline of key dates. Then call (305) 570-2208 or use our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a> to request a case evaluation. Our only office is in Tampa, Florida, at 1646 W Snow Ave.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Attorney advertising. The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice; reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship with Ayala Law PA. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Ayala Law PA, 1646 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Construction disputes we handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unpaid subcontract work<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a general contractor or owner withholds payment for labor, materials or equipment, we review the contract, invoices and payment history to determine the best path forward.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lien foreclosure<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We handle claims to enforce construction liens on real property, including the notices and filings that the process requires.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Change orders and scope disputes<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disagreements over added work, delays and what the contract actually covers can stall a project and your cash flow. We help clarify the record and the claim.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Construction contract fraud<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a party misrepresented its work, its licensing, its payment intentions or its finances, we evaluate the claims available under Florida law.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How our construction litigation work is organized<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Document-driven review<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We start with the contract, change orders, invoices, lien notices and payment correspondence, because these records often define the dispute.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting your position<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look at your leverage, your exposure and your options before recommending a course of action in court or in arbitration.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Built for business clients<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our practice serves subcontractors, contractors, suppliers and property businesses that need a clear, practical approach to disputes.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plain-language communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain the process, the costs we can identify and the realistic next steps so you can make informed decisions about your business.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Keep your project records organized<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Signed contracts, change orders, daily logs, invoices, delivery tickets, lien notices and emails about payment are the foundation of most construction disputes. Gathering them early makes any evaluation more complete.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Call (305) 570-2208<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Call (305) 570-2208<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Have an unpaid job or a construction dispute? 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