Category: Insights

One of the most effective collection procedures available to subcontractors and suppliers to California Construction projects is the “stop payment … Continued

It is well-established law in California that the latest date on which a mechanic’s lien may be recorded relates to … Continued

Earlier this year, the California Air Resources Board, or CARB, started mailing out reminders to all vehicle owners who have … Continued

The Notice of Non-Responsibility: Only Limited Protection from Contractor, Subcontractor or Supplier Mechanics Lien Claims In California, a powerful legal … Continued

There are occasions when a meeting (pre-litigation) among parties to a dispute with similar and/or opposing interests can be productive. … Continued

When working on federal public works construction projects there are no Stop Payment Notice or Mechanics Lien remedies available to … Continued

Mediation Mediation is a process in which a neutral person or persons facilitate communication between the disputants to assist them … Continued

Time and time again I receive calls from subcontractors and suppliers who find themselves faced with a customer who is either unwilling or unable to pay for labor or materials supplied for a private works project. As an attorney, the first question I usually ask is “did you serve a Preliminary Notice?” The second question I usually ask is “did you serve the Notice within twenty (20) days after first furnishing labor, service, equipment or materials to the job site?” The answers to these questions will often determine the ability to collect on the claim.