What guidlines an regulations does a licensed contractor have to do when doin a remodel?

I, too, agree with Ms. McCall. I would add that contractors are not entitled to take anything for work not actually installed, with the exception...

Does a judgement stay on your record after the debt is paid?

Once the California judgment is satisfied, the judgment debtor is entitled to an original, notarized acknowledgment of satisfaction of judgment,...

I agree that your question cannot be answered specifically, and that you would be better off having an attorney represent you in the...

How does it work?

Mr. Doland and Mr. Paternoster have given you good answers. I, too, feel bad if you have been disappointed with any information or advice you have...

Suing husband and wife, but wife has declared bankruptcy!

I take it that you have a continued hearing on your small claim coming up. Take whatever proof you have that only the wife filed for bankruptcy...

Is an agreement void if the contract calls for the performance of a crime?

My colleagues are correct, of course. My question is, What crime?

Is a final release binding to a contractor?

Your release form is out of date. Now conditional and final releases for progress and final payments are governed by Civil Code sections 8120 et...

Does a lease contract that I signed with a section about 'Rental Condition ' that I didn't list anything have weight in court?

Obviously the owner will try to use the lack of writing on the blank lines against you, and also your emails. If you wrote about some problems,...

What is the law that allows an eviction to be placed on my credit, when I signed no contract with the propery management?

It sounds as though the owner evicted your ex-boyfriend after you moved out (it's called an unlawful detainer action) and listed you as one of the...

Is a lender required to check my income and employment references on a loan of $53K for a new purchase of a vehicle?

Mr. Obolsky has given you a good answer. I handled a case a couple of years ago involving a San Diego County car dealer that routinely submitted...