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Lanak & Hanna Victorious in Defeating Time Barred & Previously Released Bond Claim

In the representation of a surety who issued a mechanic’s lien release bond on a residential project, Lanak & Hanna Associate Attorney Lauren B. Stec was victorious on demurrer defeating a time barred and previously released bond claim recloaked as…

Lanak & HannaNovember 18, 2020

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Attorney Lauren Stec Defeats Petition to Release Mechanics Lien and Obtains Award for Attorney Fees

In the representation of a general contractor who was building a new $500,000.00 residential home for two homeowners, Ms. Stec defeated the homeowner’s Petition to Release the general contractor’s Mechanics Lien and obtained an award for attorney fees after being…

Lanak & HannaOctober 27, 2020

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The California Prompt Pay Act

The California Prompt Pay Act requires owners and contractors to timely pay for work done on construction projects, both on Public and Private Works of Improvement, otherwise be faced with monetary penalties for failing to make payments on time to…

Natasha BuchananOctober 22, 2020

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Top 10 Clauses to Consider in Contracts

As we emerge from the effects of a global pandemic that has impacted every sector of the business community, one of the lessons learned is a renewed focus on the vital role that contracts play in our business dealings. From…

Colin McCarthyOctober 22, 2020

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Lanak & Hanna Creditor’s Rights Attorney Thomas Padian Achieves Outstanding Result for Creditor Client with Levy On and Forced Opening of a Judgment Debtor’s Safe Deposit Box

To accomplish this result Mr. Padian applied a little-used statutory provision to access and sell at auction the Debtor’s collection of high-value jewelry secreted in a safe deposit box at a commercial bank. This was a long-sought victory against a…

Lanak & HannaSeptember 22, 2020

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Can a Surety be Compelled to Arbitration by an Arbitrator Rather than the Court?

Most sureties are aware depending on the language of the underlying bond, the surety can be compelled to arbitrate when the underlying contract it guarantees contains a valid and enforceable arbitration clause. However, what happens when the claimant seeking arbitration…

Colin McCarthySeptember 15, 2020

construction law services

How to Withdraw a Public Works Bid

Imagine that feeling on bid day: You’ve worked hard to ensure your bid includes everything. You’ve lined-up your subcontractors, secured your bid bond and are awaiting the owner’s opening of bids. But as the bids are opened, you quickly realize…

Colin McCarthyAugust 19, 2020

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Succession & Continuity: Does Your Business Have a Plan?

With the onset of COVID-19, many business owners, contractors, insurers, and sureties are inquiring about succession and continuity planning. This guide is to help assist contractors and small businesses with navigating the issues. What is Succession/Continuity Planning? Succession/Continuity Planning is…

James MillaneJuly 8, 2020

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Lanak & Hanna Victorious in Defeating Time Barred & Previously Released Bond Claim

Attorney Lauren Stec Defeats Petition to Release Mechanics Lien and Obtains Award for Attorney Fees

The California Prompt Pay Act

Top 10 Clauses to Consider in Contracts

Lanak & Hanna Creditor’s Rights Attorney Thomas Padian Achieves Outstanding Result for Creditor Client with Levy On and Forced Opening of a Judgment Debtor’s Safe Deposit Box

Can a Surety be Compelled to Arbitration by an Arbitrator Rather than the Court?

How to Withdraw a Public Works Bid

Succession & Continuity: Does Your Business Have a Plan?

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