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AssociateJohn “Jack” P. Whelan is an Associate in the Jacksonville office of Shutts & Bowen LLP, where he is a member of the Construction Litigation Practice Group.
Jack focuses his practice on complex commercial and construction ...
For years, Florida contractors have understood that failing to pay a subcontractor could result in a construction lien dispute or a breach of contract action. Beginning July 1, 2026, however, the stakes became significantly higher. With the enactment of section 489.1295, Florida Statutes, the Legislature has transformed...Read More
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