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A notice of nonpayment negligently omits a detail, and neither the contractor nor the surety is prejudiced. What is the effect on the claim?

Correct Answer

B) None, the omission is not a default defeating the claim

Section 713.23(1)(d) states that the negligent inclusion or omission of any information in the notice of nonpayment which has not prejudiced the contractor or surety does not constitute a default that operates to defeat an otherwise valid bond claim. Willful exaggeration is treated very differently.

Answer Options
A
The claim fails, the notice being a condition precedent
B
None, the omission is not a default defeating the claim
C
The claim survives only for amounts stated correctly
D
The claim is suspended until an amended notice is served

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Section 713.23(1)(d) states that the negligent inclusion or omission of any information in the notice of nonpayment which has not prejudiced the contractor or surety does not constitute a default that operates to defeat an otherwise valid bond claim. Willful exaggeration is treated very differently.

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