Most California contractors are aware of dreaded Business and Professions Code section 7031 which has been described even by courts – who typically veer away from…
Nomos LLP partner Garret Murai has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in the area of Construction Law. Only about 5% of…
The Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act and Public Contract Code Section 6826
Nomos LLP Partner Garret Murai Recognized by Super Lawyers
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One of the purposes of the competitive bidding laws us to ensure that there is a fair and even playing field for bidders on public works…
Nomos LLP Partner Garret Murai has been recognized as a 2026 Northern California Super Lawyer honoree in the area of Construction Litigation. This is the thirteenth…
Even for lawyers, the rules governing litigation can get complex and convoluted. Does something need to be filed? What needs to be filed? When is the…
It’s early in the relationship, I know. But still, there are some things that bug me. Yet, I also know that it’s a relationship in which…
California law requires that prime contractors furnish a payment bond – providing for payment to lower-tiered subcontractors and suppliers – on state and local public works…
I was a T.A. for my high school history teacher, a really smart and nice guy, Mr. Reynolds. In the room at the back of…
In a case that I’m frankly surprised I don’t see more of, the 2nd District Court of Appeal of California examined an indemnity claim by a…
It’s called “checks and balances” for a reason. And, generally, it works well so long as there are clear boundaries between the “co-equal” branches of government.…
According to Dodge Construction Network’s Outlook 2026 Ebook, “the construction industry came roaring into 2025” – with large government investments through the Infrastructure Bill and the…
My father used to make me wash the family cars every weekend . . . rain or shine. The nice thing about washing a car in…
