Category: Podcast

Should I Choose Arbitration, Mediation or Litigation?

Should I Choose Arbitration, Mediation or Litigation?

The truth is it depends on your situation. Mediation should be mandatory (starting with a meeting of principals). Arbitration is not always faster, or cheaper, and importantly comes with no right to appeal. Litigation is predictable and has appeal rights. On this episode, Alex explains the pros and cons for each in detail. Alexander Barthet is …

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What Terms Should Be in My Construction Contract?

What Terms Should Be in My Construction Contract?

Do you know what terms should be included in your construction contract? Not knowing can cost you down the road. So in this episode, Alex will discuss what provisions should be included when drafting your construction agreement. This episode is quick and to the point; make sure you don’t miss it. Alexander Barthet is a board certified construction attorney in …

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How do I Get Paid on a Public Project if There is no Bond?

How do I Get Paid on a Public Project if There is no Bond?

On this episode, Alex answers the questions about getting paid on a public project when there is no bond. You’ll learn what public projects need bonds and why public projects are different from private projects? Payment issues on a public construction project can be tricky, so listen up. Alexander Barthet is a board certified construction attorney in Florida …

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Using Your Construction Contract to Deal with Change Orders

Using Your Construction Contract to Deal with Change Orders

Join board-certified construction lawyer Alex Barthet as he discusses some construction contract basics and why having a solid contract can make dealing with change orders a breeze. Alex also explains why you should keep a separate time log for employees when working on a change order. Being able to differentiate core work time and change order time when a …

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3 Ways to Improve Your Bonding Capacity

3 Ways to Improve Your Bonding Capacity

On this episode, Alex is joined by Jonathan Bursevich from Alter Surety Group, to talk about some sure-fire ways to increase your bonding capacity. Alexander Barthet is a board certified construction attorney in Florida and holds a B.S. in mechanical engineering. He manages The Barthet Firm, a ten lawyer construction law firm in Miami, and maintains a construction law blog at www.TheLienZone.com. He …

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What is a Contractor’s Final Payment Affidavit?

What is a Contractor’s Final Payment Affidavit?

On this episode, Alex goes over what a Contractor’s Final Payment Affidavit is, who needs to send it, what it must contain and when it should be sent. Alex also explains why it is important for subcontractors and material suppliers to be aware of this document. Alexander Barthet is a board certified construction attorney in Florida and holds a B.S. …

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Engineered Life Safety System (ELSS)

Engineered Life Safety System (ELSS)

On this episode, Alex is joined by Robin Collier of Sprinklermatic Fire Protection Systems, to talk about the recent legislation regarding Engineered Life Safety Systems and the recent veto easing fire-protection requirements by the Florida Governor Rick Scott. Alexander Barthet is a board certified construction attorney in Florida and holds a B.S. in mechanical engineering. He manages …

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Human Resource Traps & How to Avoid Them

Human Resource Traps & How to Avoid Them

On this episode Alex is joined by Katrina Garcia, Senior District Manager at ADP. They talk about those human resource issues seen on a consistent basis throughout South Florida. Whether worker misclassification, incorrect payroll processes or worker’s compensation insurance, not having these correctly in place can spell trouble for any business. Alexander Barthet is a …

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