Many California residents are familiar with a fast-food chain called Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers. In 2020, the food company purchased an old bank building in Burbank, with plans to develop it and open a new store. The city granted project approval in December of...
Construction Law
What to do if a contract dispute arises
Construction law can be complex, making it difficult to resolve problem issues between contractor and client. If a contract dispute arises, for instance, it is important to know what options might be available to resolve a specific set of circumstances. An option that...
Zoning disputes often delay construction
California building codes and regulations often determine what can be built in a specific location. These zoning codes govern commercial development and residential construction as well. A region in another state, however, does not have any zoning laws, resulting in a...
Court of Appeals rules on construction case
A land developer in another state faced a lawsuit filed by a residential community. Those in California who may be struggling to resolve similar issues regarding exclusion terms in a construction contract may want to review this case. When the insurance company that...
Construction contract disputes about basic project scope
When two or more entities sign a contract, each is obligated to fully adhere to its terms, no matter how complex such terms might be. This is why it is critically important to seek clarification to understand the terms of a construction contract before signing it,...
Identifying avenues for construction company growth
There may be a multitude of business owners in California and elsewhere who consider it vital to seek out additional avenues to promote company growth. Those who operate in the construction industry may feel that promoting growth is a vital component of pursuing their...
Navigating the construction industry with financial planning
While financial planning may be an essential component of preparing to navigate through any field of operation, it can also be a complex topic. Individuals in California who operate in the construction industry may find that there could be numerous aspects to consider...
Protecting one’s interests when dealing with subcontractors
When company owners in California and elsewhere choose to enlist the services of subcontractors to help with project needs, they may rely on these parties to perform at an acceptable level. Should this fail to occur, it could lead to costly delays and high levels of...
Taking steps to better understand construction laws
When preparing for a new project, it may be easy for individuals in California and elsewhere to become wrapped up in the excitement of creating designs and working on scheduling needs. However, there may also be other factors to cover prior to initiating operations on...
The possible benefits of construction surety bonds
There could be a variety of financial risks associated with performing business in virtually any field of profession and knowing how to address these risks could be a vital component of achieving success. Individuals in California who own and operate construction...