An owner has the ability to self-perform construction work. If an owner hires a contractor to assist for more than $500, then the contractor needs...

My tile contractor wants to receive the final balance due before he finishes work not done.

I think you should advise your tile contractor that you are going to file a complaint with the Contractor's State License Board, and that you are...

I didn’t explain my disclosure?

You are correct that you checking the box noting the existence of high voltage power lines placed the buyer on notice of the condition. A...

Your contractor should have offered to provide you with a statutory conditional or unconditional release upon progress payment. That would have...

Construction defects After four weeks, his work is failing. He harasses me when I tell him that something is not working.

You have several options available to you concerning defective work. You can file a complaint with the Contractor's State License Board. You can...

How do you reinstate or revive an LLC in California?

You can probably just record a deed transferring the property to you or another entity, so long as this was a single owner LLC. You should consult...

An unlicensed contractor has no right to compensation. I suggest you get the assistance of an attorney in your area immediately to assist you. I...

How do I cancel a signed contract with a construction company?

In order to properly answer this question, you need to go over this contract with a lawyer. Many contracts contain provisions that specifically...

My sister and I inherited our mothers house by a trust. can she lock me out and try and steal the property by adverse possessi?

As a tenant in common, you have a possessory right to the property. You should be able to call the Sheriff, show them your deed, bring a...

Trial when 1 defendant in default?

A corporation must be represented by a licensed attorney in the State of California. The solution is to retain legal counsel to represent the...