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by Sam K. Abdulaziz, Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman

The case of Clarke v. Safeco finally confirmed that mechanic’s liens are protected by the California constitution. The case started out in a dispute over work done at an office of MGM. Subcontractors were not paid. The reason for failing to pay subcontractors was alleged to be that the prime contractors above the subs were not paid. Therefore, the “Pay-If-Paid” clause protected the upper tier contractors.

By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc.

While Capitol Services has assisted contractors for more than 30 years and authored more than a thousand Q/A columns, what is old is also new again. Welcome to those of you who are new readers. A reminder about many of the complex rules contractors must work under is always helpful for many including those with low numbers or those still seeking that first license number. From first application to help for industry leaders we remain vigilant in Sacramento…