The process of building a residential property can require great attention to detail, as even the smallest error can lead to a major defect. In 2002, the California General Assembly adopted SB-800, or the Right to Repair Act, to handle construction defects in...
Construction defects can take many forms. Errors in the design of a structure can lead to structural issues, and so, too, can subpar workmanship. But construction defects can also arise when the materials themselves are faulty. The severity of construction material...
You’ve worked hard to get where you are. Now you’re being accused of malpractice. The mere allegations of professional wrongdoing are probably enough to set you on edge, but the real possibility of a financial judgment against you and devastating harm to your...
In the Bay area many construction projects now include many green building features, including LEED certification. There are unique risks, responsibilities and procedures for construction projects seeking LEED certification. It is important for these issues to be...
Many companies and people building homes and offices in California want to ensure that the building is energy efficient and environmentally friendly. There are different ways to ensure this occurs, but one of the most common is to receive LEED (Leadership in Energy...
In San Francisco, throughout California and across the globe, design professionals are given the opportunity to ply their trade and work on a project. These individuals and companies will undoubtedly have a vision in mind. Generally, that will stem from what the...
At any one time, there are half a dozen television shows about flipping houses, and how much fun and lucrative it can be. Well-dressed investors swoop in, buy houses and everyone makes a profit. While flipping houses is on the rise, hitting an eight-year high in 2019,...
There is a wide range of situations where individuals in the Bay Area may need to seek assistance from an expert. Whether it is a medical, financial, legal or another professional, much of these professions require advanced degrees and licensing. Additionally, they...
There are important disclosure requirements when selling a home which apply to flipping a house and selling it. To help avoid potential problems, it is essential for home flippers to be familiar with what they need to disclose when selling a home. Those flipping homes...
Construction defects can be problematic for any home or structure. When a structure does not meet the reasonable expectations for the use of that structure due to construction defects, it is important to be familiar with legal remedies to help address those concerns....
