What Does Statute of Limitations Mean & How Does it Apply to Contracts?
The term “statute of limitations” is common in the legal world. You may have heard that term in relation to criminal law (there is no statute of limitations for murder, for example, in most states), but what does statute of limitations mean and how does it apply in civil law? This guide to statute of […]
What is Litigation Privilege in California?
People often ask whether the existence of a lawsuit can be the basis for a damages claim for defamation or harm to reputation, but litigation privilege would actually prevent you from pursuing defamation litigation. What is Litigation Privilege in California? In California, litigation privilege is a law designed to afford broad protection to parties, […]
How Much Does it Cost to Sue a Contractor?
When you decide to hire a contractor, you make an agreement to pay for work to be completed. This agreement typically takes the form of a legally binding written contract, which means there can be consequences if your contractor fails to uphold their end of the deal. But what actually ends up happening if the […]
What Is Mitigation of Damages?
What do you know about mitigation of damages? Did you know that mitigation of loss is your responsibility in almost every scenario involving you and another party? This is especially true of mitigation of damages in contract law. As an experienced contract litigation law firm, we know that you can be held liable for damages […]
Mechanic’s Lien Timeline FAQs
Mechanic’s liens have specific timelines and those aren’t necessarily the same across the entire country. A mechanics lien California timeline and a Texas mechanic lien timeline can be different for example—depending on current state law regarding this legal tool. We serve clients in both California and Texas, so let’s go over some frequently asked questions […]
Understanding the New Non-Compete Clause Laws: A Guide for Business Managers and Employees
Introduction to Non-Compete Clauses Non-compete clauses have long been a staple in employment contracts, designed to protect businesses from the risk of losing valuable intellectual property and proprietary information to competitors. These clauses restrict an employee’s ability to engage in similar employment or start a competing business within a specific geographic area and for a […]
A Contractor Dispute Attorney’s Guide to Handling Contractor Disputes
An experienced contractor dispute attorney knows that given the complex nature of construction projects, when a dispute arises between a property owner and a contractor, these disputes often result in litigation. In other words, contractual issues involving contractors often end up in court. We’ve outlined some ways to address problems with your client or contractor […]
Unlawful Detainers FAQ
Our firm often receives questions related to eviction actions, also known as unlawful detainers. Here are some of the most common: 1) My tenant is not paying, can I toss their stuff on the curb and change the locks? Landlords are not allowed to engage in “self-help” techniques. Self help is any method of evicting […]
What Court Should I Use?
When you have been wronged by another person, you may want to file a lawsuit against them. It is typically more efficient to try to work things out with them pre-litigation (in other words, before you reach the point of filing a lawsuit). But if resolution attempts have failed, then you have several options as […]
Why do Lawyers Require a Retainer?
Once an attorney has undertaken representation of you in a legal matter, certain ethical obligations attach. Where an attorney is registered as counsel of record in an ongoing court case, for example, an attorney cannot simply stop working. They must have a Substitution of Attorney form signed by the client and judge or, in some […]