Irvine, California, Legal Blog
Understanding scope of work terms in a construction contract
Getting a construction project off the ground can take a lot of work and cooperation between different parties. In California, a contractor may work with a number of subcontractors to complete quality work in a timely manner to finish the overall project on time. One...
The benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution
There has been an increasing use in recent years of Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) options to settle disputes that previously would have been litigated. This is particularly important in situations where the opposing parties wish to preserve their partnerships or...
Litigants may benefit from the services of a referee
Particularly in complicated matters like major construction projects, there is always the possibility that any business deal can get tied up in litigation. The more parties that are involved and the more dollars at stake, the more likely that a legal dispute will...
How does ADR work in California?
Legal trials may not always be the best way to resolve legal disputes. Sometimes, alternative dispute resolution can be a cheaper, quicker and less stressful means to settle disputes. California uses ADR methods such as mediation, settlement conferences, neutral...
Is your structure affected by one of these construction defects?
If you own a home then you probably depend on it to be a safe place for you and your family. If you own commercial real estate, then you probably expect that the structures you utilize are fit for their intended purposes. While many construction companies and...
Contract breach basics
Contracts most often take a lot of time and effort to negotiate. Both California parties to a contract include those provisions which are important to them and must be fulfilled in order to discharge it properly. Contracts are binding, which allows each party to rely...