Robert Diaz has filed a lawsuit against Florida Building Technologies, Inc. and Stacey Majewski, accusing them of negligence and breach of contract after a disastrous home renovation project left his property in shambles. The complaint was filed on February 18, 2025, in the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Pinellas County, Florida.
The legal battle stems from a home renovation agreement between Robert Diaz and Florida Building Technologies (FBT), represented by William A. Majewski. In February 2024, Diaz sought to replace cedar siding with stucco on his Seminole, Florida home. However, what began as a straightforward renovation turned into an eight-month ordeal that ended with FBT's termination due to "complete lack of performance." Despite an estimated cost of $177,451.20 for the project, Diaz claims he paid FBT $675,000 and an additional $34,901 to subcontractors directly.
Diaz alleges that the work performed by FBT was not only substandard but also resulted in significant damage to his property. He describes multiple instances where construction flaws led to water intrusion and subsequent damage to drywall, electronics, furniture, and other personal belongings. For example, he recounts how the theater room suffered extensive water damage after FBT removed siding without proper waterproofing measures. "It rained inside of the theater room for quite some time," Diaz stated in his complaint.
The plaintiff accuses Stacey Majewski of negligent supervision as she was the licensed contractor responsible for overseeing the project. Despite her role as VP of FBT and having applied for the construction permit at Diaz's property, she allegedly failed to ensure proper supervision of her husband William Majewski and other workers involved.
In addition to negligence claims against both defendants, Diaz also accuses them of violating Florida’s building codes by failing to adhere to necessary construction standards such as using proper fasteners and flashings. Furthermore, he charges FBT with breach of contract for not fulfilling key aspects like waterproofing the house or installing windows correctly.
Diaz is seeking damages exceeding $50,000 per count excluding fees and costs across four counts: general negligence against both defendants; negligent supervision specifically targeting Stacey Majewski; violation under F.S 553.84 regarding building code infractions; and breach of contract against FBT alone.
Represented by attorney Peter D. Andrews from St Petersburg FL., Robert Diaz demands judgment covering all foreseeable damages resulting from these alleged wrongdoings along with pre-judgment interest & consequential losses if applicable under law provisions set forth within this jurisdictional framework overseen by Judge Ken Burke handling case number 25-000750-CI.