Shutts & Bowen LLP Orlando Partner, Erik F. Szabo, recently presented on post-installation contract language at the annual Florida Solar and Storage Summit on May 8, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center. The summit was presented by the Florida Solar Energy Industries Association.
Erik’s session titled “Contract Language for Post-Install Work Including Warranties and Service,” focused on legal considerations surrounding post-installation phases of solar projects, including contract structure, warranty terms and service agreements.
He was joined by speaker Bill Johnson, President of Brilliant Harvest. Together, they addressed common contractual issues that arise after solar system installations. The session was part of the summit’s broader agenda covering policy, business and technical developments in Florida’s solar and storage market.
The Florida Solar Energy Industries Association is a non-profit dedicated to protecting and promoting the widespread adoption of solar and storage through advocacy, education and information for contractors, homeowners, and legislators.
About Erik F. Szabo
Erik F. Szabo is a partner in the Orlando office of Shutts & Bowen LLP, where he is a member of the Construction Litigation Practice Group. Erik is Florida Bar Board Certified in Construction Law. Erik has represented individuals and businesses throughout the Central Florida area in construction, real estate, commercial, business, and collections matters. His practice includes residential and commercial construction litigation; construction lien issues; payment and performance bond litigation; construction law issues; construction defect claims; delay claims; change order disputes; subcontractor law issues; contract negotiations; contract preparation, review and revision; contract disputes; commercial litigation; shareholder derivative actions; preparation of operating agreements, asset purchase agreements, non-solicitation agreements, restrictive covenants, employments agreements, and non-compete agreements; commercial real estate; and more. Erik has represented owners, contractors, engineers, architects, design professionals, subcontractors, sub-subcontractors, and material and equipment suppliers throughout the state. He represents clients at the trial and appellate levels throughout the State of Florida as well as at arbitration proceedings. Erik has assisted clients in complying with state and federal guidelines as well as construction licensing issues.