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by John P. McGill

On private works projects the contractor has a very powerful right that can be used to at least contest non-payment, if not actually assure the payment is made: the Mechanics Lien.  In California, the Mechanics Lien right is constitutional, unlike other states where the right is only statutory. Having it in the Constitution means that the courts take it very seriously and the rights the Lien secures are significant and important and are not easily compromised or ignored.

Take advantage of the Statewide Safety Expo. There is never a better value or opportunity to get comprehensive safety information and training and it happens only once a year!

By Kenneth S. Grossbart, Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman

By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc.

Paperless office? Not on Earth! Keeping documentation to prove a point is often required. As our first aspiring contractor will learn having a ‘paper trail’ is an issue that may make or break his dream of getting licensed. We help clear the air obscuring an opportunity for solar work across the border before sharing a tip on reducing costs in becoming an LLC in California…

from Kevin Pedrotti, Golden State Builders Exchanges

Legislation has been introduced for the 2013-14 legislative year. Actual numbers are down from previous sessions, but still many issues to attend to.  The Assembly introduced 1376 regular session bills and the Senate 813. This does not include resolutions or Special Session bills on health care reform.