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May 16

Eduardo has Left the Building

By Robert Lamm Estate Planning Blog, Robert Lamm

On the eve of the Facebook IPO, the big news is that Eduardo Saverin moved to Singapore and renounced his United States Citizenship in order to reduce the capital gains…

May 16

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California Ruling on Employee Meal & Rest Breaks

By Iman Reza Construction Litigation Blog, Iman Reza

California Employers Must Provide Meal & Rest Periods, But Do Not Have to Ensure They Are Taken The California Supreme Court released its much anticipated decision regarding the requirements for…

May 02

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Taxmageddon

By Robert Lamm Estate Planning Blog, Robert Lamm

“Taxmageddon” is the word being used to describing the massive tax increases on the horizon. Of particular interest to estate planners are the changes to the estate and gift tax…

May 02

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Homeowners Beware—Make Sure That All Contractors, Sub-Contractors, and Material Supply Companies Are Paid

By Patty League Construction Litigation Blog, Patty League

Homeowners who pay a contractor for construction work, including landscaping, may be held financially liable if the contractor fails to pay the subcontractors and material supply companies who also worked…

Apr 16

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California Construction Law Webinar Registration

By Jenna Uncategorized

Apr 11

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Supervisors of Companies May Now be Held Personally Liable in Wage & Hour Cases

By Iman Reza Construction Litigation Blog, Iman Reza

The Importance of Complying with California Wage and Hour Laws Iman Reza The California Supreme Court expanded the definition of “employer” to include supervisors who “exercise control over the wages,…

Apr 06

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Sibling Rivalries & Trust Administration

By Robert Lamm Estate Planning Blog, Robert Lamm

This week I came upon an interesting article called “Sibling Scorned” in the March issue of Private Wealth. Click "link" to read the article. Basically, it discusses the battles that…

Apr 05

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Tips To Avoid LLC License Application Delays

By Patty League Construction Litigation Blog, Patty League

According to the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), its Licensing division has processed about three dozen limited liability company (LLC) license applications; to date, five licenses have been issued.…

Apr 04

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Succession Planning in Turbulent Times—Operating Companies Need an Operator

By Fred Whitaker Estate Planning Blog, Fred Whitaker

Fred M. Whitaker, Senior Partner at Cummins & White, LLP. If you have questions related to this article, please contact Fred Whitaker at (949) 852-1800 or fwhitaker@cwlawyers.com. Last month we…

Mar 28

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Bonded Protection for Subcontractors and Material Suppliers

By Charles Murawski Charles Murawski, Construction Litigation Blog

In California, a general contractor must file a payment bond on all public works projects over $25,000. Payment bonds are a form of guarantee ensuring that a subcontractor or supplier…

Mar 28

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Why You Need an Estate Plan

By Robert Lamm Estate Planning Blog, Robert Lamm

The other day, someone asked me, “What happens to my home when I die?” In other words, “Why do I need an Estate Plan?” This is why. Assuming that the…

Mar 22

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Property Subrogation

By Jenna Insurance

DISCOVERY UNCOVERS MOTIVES LEADING TO COLLAPSE OF CONCRETE WALLS Highlights Attorney Kevin Price successfully handled a subrogation case against an engineering firm that was negligent when its engineers switched from…

Mar 22

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Property Subrogation

By Jenna Insurance

AUTO & GENERAL LIABILITY POLICIES TAPPED FOR RECOVERY WHEN FENDER BENDER CAUSES MILLIONS IN DAMAGE TO ELECTRICAL SUBSTATION Highlights Attorney Kevin Price successfully pursued both auto and general liability policies…

Mar 21

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Irrevocable: Unable to Change, Reversed or Recovered

By Robert Lamm Estate Planning Blog, Robert Lamm

There is a good article posted about donor’s remorse on WSJ Online called “The Rush to Avoid Gift Taxes.” The article can be found by clicking here and discusses the…

Mar 16

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Toshiba Golf Classic–Weekend Contact Information

By Jenna Uncategorized

Mar 07

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Subcontractor Protection in Federal Projects—Miller Act

By Patty League Construction Litigation Blog, Patty League

The Miller Act protects persons who have furnished labor or materials to contractors engaged in the construction, alteration, or repair of any public building or public work of the United…

Feb 22

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Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) Can Now Be Licensed California Contractors!

By Iman Reza Construction Litigation Blog, Iman Reza

Iman Reza Based on the passing of SB 392 in 2010, the Contractors State License Board can now process applications by LLCs for contractor’s licenses. However, you should know that…

Feb 15

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Succession Planning in Turbulent Times—Operating Companies Need an Operator

By Fred Whitaker Estate Planning Blog, Fred Whitaker

Last month we discussed that “Operating Businesses Need an Operator.” Operating businesses—whether you want to sell your business to a third party, your employees, or give it to your heirs—need…

Feb 08

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Bankruptcy Can Take A Toll On A Mechanics Lien Claim

By Charles Murawski Charles Murawski, Construction Litigation Blog

Generally, once a mechanics lien is recorded, a lien claimant must file an action to foreclose on the lien within 90 days of the recording date. If a claimant fails…

All Articles

Eduardo has Left the Building

California Ruling on Employee Meal & Rest Breaks

Taxmageddon

Homeowners Beware—Make Sure That All Contractors, Sub-Contractors, and Material Supply Companies Are Paid

California Construction Law Webinar Registration

Supervisors of Companies May Now be Held Personally Liable in Wage & Hour Cases

Sibling Rivalries & Trust Administration

Tips To Avoid LLC License Application Delays

Succession Planning in Turbulent Times—Operating Companies Need an Operator

Bonded Protection for Subcontractors and Material Suppliers

Why You Need an Estate Plan

Property Subrogation

Property Subrogation

Irrevocable: Unable to Change, Reversed or Recovered

Toshiba Golf Classic–Weekend Contact Information

Subcontractor Protection in Federal Projects—Miller Act

Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) Can Now Be Licensed California Contractors!

Succession Planning in Turbulent Times—Operating Companies Need an Operator

Bankruptcy Can Take A Toll On A Mechanics Lien Claim

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