Charlie Murawski What happens if a general contractor hires an independent contractor to perform dangerous work and one of the contractor’s workers is injured on the job? Is the general…
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Charlie Murawski It is no secret that in today’s economy, an increasing number of subcontractors and material suppliers are not being paid for work performed or materials supplied on construction…
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The California Supreme Court released its much anticipated decision regarding the requirements for meal and rest breaks for non-exempt employees. The decision in Brinker Restaurant Corp. v. Superior Court, No.…
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When improvements, alterations, or repairs are made to real property, the owner of the property is usually involved in the process. But what happens when work is done on behalf…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Under California law, contractors and materialmen may record a mechanics’ lien against real property when improvements are made “at the instance” of the owner or his agent. But what happens…
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