Anyone buying a newly built home in a California subdivision has the right to expect it to be up to code and functional. Sometimes new home buyers discover that the building process was defective. A case in another state, for instance, involved 100 homeowners who...
Construction Litigation
Judge halts multi-million-dollar project
A conflict is raging in another state between a company that has invested tens of millions of dollars in a geothermal building project and a group of Native Americans who believe the project is placing nearby natural spring water at risk. California builders or...
Construction disputes and how to mitigate
Productivity can take a hard hit when California contractors are faced with disputes. Understanding the most common causes of construction disputes and how to mitigate them can help contractors resolve problems in a timely manner. It is also a good idea to know where...
Condos not up to code, owners sue
When people buy homes in California or elsewhere, either standalone structures or condos in high-rise buildings, they trust the structures are free and clear of any defects and are up to code. Unfortunately, this is not always the case as contractors and...
Construction dispute raging in another state
It is relatively common for disagreements to arise regarding California construction projects. At times, parties involved may be able to peacefully resolve their differences outside of a courtroom. Other cases, such as a current dispute that is taking place in another...
California solar project locked in a legal dispute
The owner of a California hotel has joined with other members of the surrounding community to take up a particular matter in court. The group of community members and business owners is trying to prevent a solar panel project, the largest solar farm project ever to be...
Construction litigation re payments
California businesses that provide contracted services to clients often offer numerous options and can customize an agreement to meet a particular client’s needs. Construction litigation often occurs when disputes arise, especially those with regard to payment and...
California mayor files construction litigation suit
There’s a legal storm stirring in Oswego County, California. Conflict has arisen between the city of Oswego and its Port Authority department. Mayor Billy Barlow recently announced that the city is pursuing construction litigation regarding an enormous storage...
Overcoming construction defect disputes
Whether you’re a California business owner in the construction industry or a private citizen or commercial management executive who is entering into a construction contract, there are a few things to keep in mind regarding disputes. Especially concerning construction...
Construction litigation brewing on the East Coast
Online shopping is booming in California and throughout the country. Zoning officials in an eastern state say that this has prompted a need for more warehouse space in their community. Following a ZOOM meeting between zoning board officials and members of the...