Hidden residential building defects is foundation(concrete slab) found not level a hidden construction defect?

Yes, floors that are that un-level in that short of a distance would be typically be considered a construction defect. If you had the home built...

What happens when you request Arbitration?

I haven't reviewed your CC&Rs , but I'm not sure arbitration would be your proper remedy here, as it may not apply to disputes of the kind you...

My husband and i built a second dwelling on his grandmothers property. we have a written agreement that all parties have signed.

You do not state whether this document was notarized and recorded, nor do you state whether or not your grandmother is selling the property, or...

My husband and i built a second dwelling on his grandmothers property. we have a written agreement that all parties have signed.

You do not state whether this document was notarized and recorded, nor do you state whether or not your grandmother is selling the property, or...

How to prove a preliminary 20 day is not served? How to determine when the construction worked stopped when it was abandoned.

It is part of the subcontractor's burden of proof in any case filed on the lien to prove they timely and properly served the 20 day notice. I...

How do I handle an Investment property dispute?

If the other parties refuse to sell you can file a partition action, in which the court can order the property sold through a broker, and then the...

Yes, as I and several other attorneys explained over the last 24 hours, this is possible under certain conditions. Please review our prior...

In California as a security guard, is it legal to make guests leave an apartment or property if they were invited?

I agree. You should ask your employer or whoever you work for what you should do in these situations, and get it in writing (such as an email etc),...

Can a licensed subcontractor hired by an unlicensed general contractor file a mechanic's lien against a property in california

Yes a licensed subcontractor to an unlicensed general contractor could record a mechanics lien, but it may be necessary for him to have timely...

Appeals Citation Question

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