Public Works Cannot Collect On Oral Authorization
By Sam K. Abdulaziz & Kenneth S. Grossbart,Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman
Kalb's Q&A for Contractors - Week of Oct. 17, 2011
By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc.
Centuries ago in ancient times all roads led to Rome. In California’s contractor licensing world all roads lead to CSLB HQ in Sacramento. When filing on time is a crucial issue going to the ‘source’ is often the best bet for success…
Governor Brown signs AB 720, Road Commissioner Reform Bill, into Law
The Construction Industry Force Account Council, CIFAC, announced that Governor Brown recently signed the CIFAC sponsored bill AB 720, i.e. the Road Commissioner Reform Bill.
According to CIFAC Executive Director Cathryn Hilliard, "we can celebrate the fact that millions of dollars in additional county roadwork will go out to bid. This legislation was so important that it helped build one of the strongest coalitions of contractors and labor organizations on a single issue we've seen in recent times."
Governor's Actions on Key Legislation
Governor Brown completed actions on 2011 legislation on October 9. The Governor had a veto rate of 14.3%. There were 889 bills on his desk in 2011. 760 signed, 128 vetoed, one became law without his signature.
AB 22 (Mendoza) – Signed. Prohibits an employer or prospective employer from using a consumer credit report for employment purposes. Click Here
Governor Brown signs AB 720, Road Commissioner Reform Bill, into Law
The Construction Industry Force Account Council, CIFAC, announced that Governor Brown recently signed the CIFAC sponsored bill AB 720, i.e. the Road Commissioner Reform Bill.
According to CIFAC Executive Director Cathryn Hilliard, "we can celebrate the fact that millions of dollars in additional county roadwork will go out to bid. This legislation was so important that it helped build one of the strongest coalitions of contractors and labor organizations on a single issue we've seen in recent times."
Legislative Changes Affecting the Construction Industry Effective July 1, 2012
From the Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman Newsletter Jan / Feb 2012
Capitol Connection Q&A for Contractors - Week of February 27, 2012
By David Kalb & Shauna Krause, Capitol Services, Inc.
Despite what a contractor may believe is the right direction, misinformation about their contractor’s license can often lead to a ‘dead end’. Like the ‘GPS’ of contractor’s licensing law we can help you get to your destination. Another contractor needs expert ‘directions’ to Nevada…
Capitol Connection Q&A for Contractors - Week of Feb. 20, 2012
By David Kalb & Shauna Krause, Capitol Services, Inc.
You have to walk before you can run, as some younger aspiring contractors must learn. Apprentice is only the first step towards a license. Winning contracts in the market is always hard work, but on those bids involving government or special districts there are additional challenges. For our first contractor there is little room to maneuver between a ‘rock and a hard place’…