Skirts at the Construction Site
Or, kilts rather . . .
The Mechanics of Mechanics Liens
One of the most effective payment remedies for direct contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers is the mechanics lien. First conceived by Thomas Jefferson to encourage construction…
Sharp Elbows, Slapbacks and the Law
“Boggling” said the trial court judge. “[I]t totally boggles my mind, because you could agree to anything, anything . . .” And that’s exactly what they…
How to Establish a Construction Company in California
The following guest post (our first) is from Danielle Rodabaugh, Director of Educational Outreach at SuretyBonds.com. Their name, like ours, pretty much says it all. SuretyBonds.com…
Preliminary Notices – Why the Little Things Matter
Sometimes the little things matter . . . a lot. Such is the case with preliminary notices, formerly known as preliminary 20-day notices. I know, I…
A (Somewhat) Visual Guide to What’s New in California Construction Law
This past week I gave a presentation with two of my colleagues – Roger Hughes, the head of our firm’s Construction Practice Group, and Peter Laufenberg,…
It Was the Best of Times, it Was the Worst of Times
When was the last time you read your insurance policy? Anyone? Hands? Bueller? Bueller? Bueller? I don’t blame you. Reading an insurance policy can be like…
The Future of Urban Design
Ever wonder what it would be like to live in the world of the Jetsons? Global engineering firm Arup has. In a report released this past…
The Bay Lights Lights Up the Bay
Being construction attorneys we like our buildings, bridges, and roads. And being from the San Francisco Bay Area we particularly like our bridges. On March 5,…
Shaken, Not Stirred: Bonds, Bonds and More Bonds
Bonds. James Bonds. There have been six James Bonds in the 22 Bond films released to date. I’ve seen each of them. My dad used to…
Join us on March 21, 2013 for “What’s New in California Construction Law”
On March 21, 2013, I will be presenting, together with Roger Hughes, the head of our firm’s Construction Practice Group, a seminar jointly sponsored by Wendel…
There’s a New Sheriff in Town, Pilgrim
If trial is the Wild West, then arbitration is no-holds barred cage fighting, where the only rule is that there are no rules. To be fair,…
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