This is very common in an appreciating market like what we are experiencing right now. During escrow the sellers find out that due to a shortage...

Who is ultimately responsible to verify a contractor is properly licensed before starting complete reno in large hirise condo

If the homeowner signed the contract to hire the contractor, then the homeowner is responsible. If the HOA signed the contract to hire the...

Can each home in a triplex be designated its own owner if there are two investors?

If it is a true triplex where all three units are connected with one APN that cannot be subdivided, then I can't think of a way to do that. ...

I am named "additionally insured" under a contractor's building insurance. The adjuster said I'm not covered. Insurance fraud?

As long as that "piece of paper" was issued by the carrier, then that "piece of paper" can be very valuable right now. Having litigated many of...

HOW MUCH DOES AN ATTORNEY CHARGE FOR SERVICES FOR A NEW BUSINESS CONTRACT

Anywhere from $200 per hour up to $750 per hour depending on the attorney in LA. It really varies.

What should I do if my client is breaching the contract?

Assuming you are properly licensed by the CSLB, It depends on your contract. Unfortunately, the only way for an attorney to let you know what your...

Should I sign an inter-spousal transfer deed?

The benefit to you remaining on title is that if she falls behind on the mortgage you will have standing to be able to minimize the damage to your...

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Your damages for the fraud would be the difference of value as represented vs as received, plus potentially punitive damages. I don't know enough...

General Contractor MIA

Yes, you can take legal action to force the contractor to return your property back to you. You might also want to consider contacting the CSLB...

When your in a lawsuit against someone who owes you money you can't really take them seriously when they bring up excuses. I had a judge tell me...