Natasha Buchanan, Author at Lanak Hanna

Construction Project Management: Best Practices for Contract Negotiations, Compliance, and Dispute Resolution

Effective construction project management requires a delicate balance of planning, execution, and risk mitigation. To ensure a project runs smoothly, project managers must be well-versed in contract negotiations, maintain strict compliance with legal and contract requirements, and be prepared to…

Natasha BuchananOctober 19, 2024

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Navigating Surety Bonds: A Guide for Construction Firms

Surety bonds play a critical role in the construction industry, providing essential protection for project owners and ensuring that contractors fulfill their contractual obligations. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or managing a large-scale construction companies, understanding the roles of each…

Natasha BuchananSeptember 13, 2024

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How to Effectively Respond to Bid Protests in Construction Projects

Bid protests are a protection built into the bidding process for public works and government agency projects. After agencies post a project, accept bids, and award a winning contractor, they must be prepared to respond to bid protests. These guidelines…

Natasha BuchananJuly 23, 2024

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What Is Deficient/Non-Conforming Contract Work?

When a contractor performs work under a contract, they have a legal obligation to complete that work under the terms of the contract. If they do not, the owner can hold them liable for their failure. Depending on the circumstances…

Natasha BuchananJuly 9, 2024

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Victory at the Labor Commission: How Attorney Natasha Buchanan Secured a Complete Defense Win for Her Client

Principal Attorney Natasha Buchanan successfully defended her contractor client in a case before the Labor Commissioner’s office where a former employee made claims that the contractor wrongfully terminated the employee for seeking leave. The hearing officer found that the employer…

Natasha BuchananMay 24, 2024

News Construction Law

Understanding Mechanic’s Liens

For construction projects, general contractors typically hire multiple subcontractors to perform various scopes of work, with the expectation that the general contractor will pay them from the amount the owner pays for the project. Unfortunately, sometimes this process does not…

Natasha BuchananMay 24, 2024

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California Contractors Take Note – State Continues Cracking Down On Subcontractors Performing Work As Independent Contractors

In the latest Chapter of California’s battle against independent contractors, Assembly Bill 1204 (Holden) was recently signed into law. A.B.1204 added Section 7035 to the Business and Professions Code, requiring specialty contractors to only subcontract with those subcontractors with the…

Natasha BuchananApril 16, 2024

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Legal Discovery: What You Need to Know to Get the Information You Need

When you file a lawsuit, you need a large amount of information about your case, and this sometimes includes information the other party may not readily disclose. The California Code of Civil Procedures outlines the steps parties in a lawsuit…

Natasha BuchananApril 2, 2024

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Filing a Lawsuit? Here’s What to Expect from Litigation

Filing a lawsuit and going to trial is a stressful situation for most people. Additionally, the process can be long and tedious at times. Here is what you need to know about the litigation process. The Lawsuit Filing Process In…

Natasha BuchananMarch 18, 2024

News Employment Law

The Importance of Employee Documentation

No matter how well you run your business, you will likely face a time when you need to let an employee go. Keeping accurate employee documentation will protect you in these instances. California is an at will state, which means…

Natasha BuchananFebruary 28, 2024

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