News Release July 9, 2012, CA Department of Insurance
Sweep targets contractors operating in California's underground economy Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones today announced that a statewide joint task force in the fight against California's underground economy has netted contractors allegedly operating illegally, resulting in 104 enforcement actions.
by John Kevlin, Reuben & Junius, LLP
Mayor Lee Proposes Transformative Affordable Housing Reform
By Shauna Krause & David Kalb, Capitol Services, Inc.
Common wisdom says you always consider the source when evaluating a statement, offer or claim. That is doubly wise for consumers who are falling victim to unlicensed contractors making Internet pitches for work. These bad operators muddy the waters for the licensed good guys doing business legitimately. A significant problem that government is fighting on your behalf…
Lien release and notification forms on CSLB website reflect changes in mechanics lien laws
By Sheryl Reuben, Reuben & Junius LLP
There has been a steady increase in the number of civil lawsuits in San Francisco that allege ADA, Unruh Act, California Building Code, and/or San Francisco Building Code accessibility infractions. In fact, the Office of Small Business found that more than 300 San Francisco businesses have been sued since 2005 for alleged ADA violations. In this update we review the current laws that govern accessibility, and some recent proposals for change.
By Shauna Krause & David Kalb, Capitol Services, Inc.
from Beverly Rivas, Executive Director, Oakland Builders Alliance