[CLC-Discussion] FW: Chapter 558 Florida Statutes

[Bruce Partington]

I don't think so, because while the Association would qualify as an
"Claimant," the unit owner likely would not be a "contractor,
subcontractor, supplier or design professional." (558.002(3))

 

 

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Does Chapter 558 of the Florida Statutes apply to the following
scenario?

 

"Claimant" a condominium association brought a claim for damages
alleging that defendant ( a unit owner) directed that certain plumbing
work be performed at the subject property.  However, said plumbing work
was not performed in a workmanlike manner resulting in water damage to
an adjoining unit that the condominium association will need to repair.

 

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