08/29/2026
📰 FEATURED COMMENTARY: Boggs Law Group’s Amy Boggs Featured in The Florida Trib
A contractor’s state license can provide important information. However, homeowners should still take time to understand who they are hiring and what they are signing before any work begins.
A new investigative report from The Florida Trib uncovers troubling allegations of deceptive practices among Florida home-repair contractors and examines the regulatory system responsible for contractor licensing and oversight.
Attorney Amy Boggs of Boggs Law Group was invited to provide legal commentary for the article. She shared insights on contractor agreements, insurance-related issues, and the risks homeowners may face when asked to electronically sign documents they have not had a chance to fully review. The article also highlights complaints involving unexpected loans, liens, disputed charges, and other challenges affecting Florida homeowners.
For property owners, this story reinforces an important message: a license is not a substitute for due diligence. Ask questions. Read every part of the agreement. Make sure you understand what you are signing, and always keep copies of your documents.
📖 Read the full investigation from The Florida Trib:
https://floridatrib.org/2026/08/25/state-licensed-scams-florida-regulators-allow-contractors-accused-of-deception-to-keep-licenses/
The Florida department that issues business licenses leaves untouched those held by contractors with lengthy records of complaints, including from state officials