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Construction Law Articles
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Licensed Contractors: Why Is a License Important?
Protecting Your Interests When Working with Contractors
Construction Disputes and Damages
Contractor Agreements
General Questions
FAQs
What is construction law?
Do you have to get different permits for constructing homes and office units?
I’m looking to renovate my kitchen and bathrooms completely. What clauses should I include in the contract to protect my legal rights?
Is a contractor bound by his written estimate of a job?
The contractor won’t complete my home repairs unless I pay more money. I can’t live in an unfinished kitchen, and feel I am over the barrel. What are my options?
What do I look for in the construction contract to protect me from delays?
How can I ensure that the builder doesn’t botch the job?
What is the best forum to resolve disputes?
Is there a government agency that might help me in my claim?
What if I decide I want the house built differently after the builder has already begun the work?
What if the subcontractor (like the plumber, painter, etc.) Threatens to sue me or file a lien on my house?
I am a builder. I’m worried that there might be hard rock under the ground that might cause me to hire a jackhammer service, which could unexpectedly increase my costs and ruin my profit. What do I do?
Should I have insurance on the building?
How do I know the contractor is licensed and bonded?
I don’t build houses, I build fences. Do I still need to be licensed?
I already have the contractor’s license in my name. But I want to form a corporation - what do I do?
Does the contractor have to give a warranty?
Builder's Warranty
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We built a new home and closed in March of this year. How long is the builder’s warranty on a home and how long is he responsible for doing repairs?
Construction Defects
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Construction Defects: Who’s Responsible?
Construction Defect Lawsuits: Common Causes of Action
Common Myths about Construction Defect Lawsuits
California Construction Defect Laws
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