When you work as a contractor, one of the issues you may find is that materials cost more than when you originally bid the project. If you don't have a material escalation clause in your contract, you could end up…
Lanak & HannaApril 21, 2023
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People often ask me, Craig, what do you like about being a lawyer? What makes you tick? What gets you out of bed and in the office? Well, the answer is coffee! Seriously, it's interesting that most people think that…
Craig BronsteinApril 18, 2023
Most Contracts Are Negotiable The first part of talking about how to negotiate a contract successfully, is starting with the basic premise that nearly all contracts are negotiable. In the construction world, typically contracts that would not be negotiable would…
Colin McCarthyApril 4, 2023
Release bonds are a specific area of construction law. Understanding them is an important way to help keep your project secure, whether you're a developer working with contractors, a contractor using subcontractors, or another party invested in the construction project…
Lanak & HannaMarch 29, 2023
Prevailing Wage Laws The division of labor standards enforcement or otherwise referred to as the DLSE, monitors public works projects in California for contractors compliance with California's prevailing wage laws. Some examples of non-compliance with prevailing wage laws are underpayment…
Natasha BuchananMarch 28, 2023
Having practiced law for many years, I've had an occasion to try dozens upon dozens of cases, jury trials, bench trials, arbitration, and clients often ask me, “What can I do to put on a good case? What are some…
Mac CabalMarch 21, 2023
Today's topic that we’re going to discuss is succession planning for companies. Succession planning ensures that as the ownership of the company either wants to retire, or perhaps sell the business, that key employees or other personnel are in place…
James MillaneMarch 14, 2023
What to Know About Administrative Proceedings Here’s what you need to know about administrative proceedings. Administrative proceedings are quasi-judicial in nature. They are similar to court proceedings where you can present evidence (such as documents, pictures, invoices, etc.) and witness…
Thomas PadianMarch 7, 2023
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