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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties. On public projects in California, for example, state law caps retainage at 5% prior to completion and acceptance of the project. Mechanics lien laws have specific deadlines that contractors must follow.

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Virginia Joins 11 Other States Prohibiting Pay-If-Paid Clauses in Construction Contracts

Best Practices Construction Law

According to Levelset, the following states have prohibited pay-if-paid clauses: California. In other states, the prohibition has been decided by the courts, such as the California Supreme Court’s decision in Wm. It is important to understanding lien rights on a project, payment protections, and ultimately the risk of non-payment.

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Joint Check Agreements On Construction Projects: What Suppliers Need To Know

Construction Law Monitor

Joint check agreements are very popular in the construction industry. In fact, many folks mistakenly believe that joint check agreements are exclusively a construction industry instrument. Perhaps the joint check agreement is the most misunderstood and dangerous document you can confront on a construction project.

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Direct Contractors In California Should Take Steps Now To Reduce Exposure For Unpaid Wages By Subcontractors

Construction and Infrastructure Law

Nevertheless, critics of the bill anticipate that it will ultimately increase building costs, and will only exacerbate the current shortage of affordable housing in California. Joint employment liability has been an ongoing trend in California. The bill also precludes recovery of liquidated damages or penalties. Section 2810.3

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constructionattorneyblog: California: No contractual jury waiver

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. California: No contractual jury waiver.

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constructionattorneyblog: Cannot record Lis Pendens for arbitration.

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. A California case, Manhattan Loft v.

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constructionattorneyblog: California: expert can seek equitable.

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >. California: expert can seek equitable contribution from law firm.