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 do if the price listed on its Preliminary...
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 protect its investment in labor and materials. But...
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 supplier or subcontractor can do to protect its...
Investing in the World of Real Estate
June 21, 2016
In Southern California, real estate investing seems about as commonplace as sunny days. As a young real estate attorney, it is something that I constantly hear about and therefore is constantly on my mind. With this article,...
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 the need to remind construction industry professionals (or inform...
Real Estate Development in the NFL
May 31, 2016
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has recently unleashed his latest project – The Ford Center at The Star. The complex is a combination training facility, hotel, corporate office complex, retail center, and also is a...
When Doves Cry
May 17, 2016
For those of you who have not heard, the artist formerly known as the “Artist Formerly Known as Prince” passed away recently. Apparently, the talented musician had a lot of money. Some estimates are as high as $300...
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 easy to fix a problem, as it is to avoid it. And this is definitely true in construction....