James R. Wakefield Contractors and suppliers, now more than at any other time in memory, must be proactive to protect their right to be paid for their labor and materials....
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James R. Wakefield In this second post about disadvantage business enterprises (DBEs), we discuss statues and regulations that attempt to level the playing field for socially and economically disadvantaged businesses....
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James R. Wakefield The certified “Disadvantaged Business Enterprise” (DBE) is an integral part of the construction industry in California and nationwide. Billions of dollars in construction funds are allocated solely...
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James R. Wakefield In this final post about Preliminary Notices, we will address a question that often arises when completing the required information: What should a contractor or material supplier...
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James R. Wakefield Yes, serving a valid and timely Preliminary Notice to the correct individuals is the single most important thing a competent materials supplier or subcontractor can do to...
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James R. Wakefield We regularly say (preach, nag, etc.) that serving a valid and timely Preliminary Notice to the correct individuals is the single most important thing a competent materials...
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James R. Wakefield Often we write these blogs to inform readers about new statutes, regulations, or legal cases that might affect your company. But there are other times we see...
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James R. Wakefield The old saying is that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That is true in most endeavors of life. It is rarely as...
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James R. Wakefield Timing is everything when it comes to construction payment disputes. The California constitution and civil code provide significant remedies for contractors and suppliers who do not get...
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James R. Wakefield On January 1, 2016, Section 7203 of the California Public Contract Code went into effect, impacting public works construction projects. Initially, the statute seems to provide protection...
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