By Tod C. Gurney | Published January 17, 2017 | Posted in Construction, Easements | Tagged Tags: Construction, Easements | Leave a comment
Know Your Rights in a California Property Easement
When you buy a piece of property in California, you understandably assume that said piece of property is all yours, to do with what you will. This includes allowing certain people onto your property and kicking others off at your discretion. While this is the case with many pieces of property, there are others that Read More
Read MoreIs Work Actually Completed? Things to Consider Before Filing a Mechanic’s Lien
When it comes to opening a construction payment dispute, timing is everything. The state of California offers several legal remedies to contractors and suppliers who have not been paid for the work that they have completed or materials that they have provided. However, though legal options are plentiful, they are only successful when the contractor Read More
Read MoreWho Is Liable for the Construction Defects in Your New Home?
When homebuyers invest in a brand new home, they expect that home to be essentially perfect and free from defects. Unfortunately, even new homes come with their fair share of problems, mostly because someone—be it the general contractor or the developer—tried to save money by cutting corners or skimping on materials during the building process. Read More
Read MoreConstruction Defect Litigation in California
What Are Construction Defects? Almost any condition that diminishes the value of a home, condominium, or common area can be legally recognized as a construction defect. The flaw can be in the design of the property itself or can result from negligent behavior on the part of the builders or contractors. It can also Read More
Read MoreHow Do Mechanics Liens Work in California?
Property owners hire contractors to construct new buildings or carry out improvement projects. The contractor’s source of legal protection against property owners’ payment default is to file mechanics liens. A Pleasanton construction lawyer can help you file the preliminary notices and mechanics liens, and take other legal actions to collect payments. In 2012, the California Read More
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