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Construction Litigation

Home, office, and retail construction in Southern California continue apace. We have acquired an in-depth appreciation of the issues which typically arise in construction-related disputes and the facts and law material to their resolution from our years of experience representing residential and commercial owners, developers, and contractors. We have litigated claims in both courts and arbitrations involving compensation for “extra work,” defective construction, defective building products, statutory and contractual warranty claims, delay damages, mechanic’s liens, insurance issues, and indemnification. In doing so, we have established relationships with individuals and firms who assist its attorneys, where necessary, as expert witnesses. As compared with other areas, alternative dispute resolution or arbitration may be appropriate in construction-related matters, even in those instances where a standard AIA contract–which specifically provides for arbitration–is not involved. Because such disputes typically involve alleged deficiencies with more than one trade’s work, and because the work of one trade often impacts the quality and timing of another trade’s work, an arbitrator with specialized knowledge can help to reduce the time spent in trial and the cost associated with expert witnesses. We will recommend that the appropriate alternative dispute mechanism be employed where appropriate and in its client’s best interests.

Construction Site Accidents

Construction is the United States’ largest industry, and unfortunately, construction site accidents kill and injure thousands of workers each year. Despite legal and trade provisions in place to prevent construction accidents, one out of every ten construction workers suffers some kind of on-the-job injury, including:
  • Falls
  • Scaffolding, Crane, Derrick, Conveyor, Ladder, Winch, Grater, Scraper, Backhoe, and Boiler Accidents
  • Electric Shock
  • Trench Collapse
  • Fire and Explosion
  • Highway Vehicle Accidents
  • Compressed Gases Accidents
  • Welding Accidents
Although most injured workers will be entitled to Workers’ Compensation benefits, these benefits will not cover all of the expenses faced by an injured worker and generally do not cover pain and suffering and the full range of damages available to the loved ones of a worker who is killed in an accident. When a construction site accident occurs, responsibility for the personal injury can be attributed to a variety of individuals or businesses, including the owners, contractors and subcontractors, engineers, electricians, scaffolding companies, architects, insurance companies, and manufacturers of equipment. For example, the general contractor and subcontractors must provide a reasonably safe work environment and manufacturers of construction equipment are responsible for designing and maintaining safe products. In complex cases, in addition to negligence and workers’ compensation, the legal principles of agency and corporate law may be necessary for determining liability. Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing construction sites is imperative when developing theories against all of the third parties who may be responsible for a construction site accident. Any construction law attorney you choose should be experienced in the inspection of worksites, preservation of evidence, and identification and questioning of critical witnesses.

HOW TO RECORD A MECHANIC’S LIEN: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

No one should have to work without getting paid, but contractors sometimes do. Fortunately, there is something you can do to get the money you’re owed: file a mechanics lien. But filing a lien can be a long and arduous process. Here is what you need to know about a mechanics lien and some important points to keep in mind when filing it.

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What Is Commercial Litigation and How Does It Affect Your Business?

May 23, 2025 By Mark Mellor

Every business, regardless of its size or industry, faces unique challenges. Among these, legal disputes can often be the most daunting and disruptive. Commercial litigation, a specialized area of law, serves as a framework for resolving disputes arising from business … Read More...

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Real estate transactions are some of the most significant financial decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. Unfortunately, the complexity of these deals creates opportunities for fraud. Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or investor, knowing how to protect yourself and recognize … Read More...

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Adverse possession is a legal concept that might sound surprising—it allows someone to claim ownership of property they don’t legally own, as long as specific conditions are met. While this might bring to mind images of opportunists taking over abandoned properties, adverse … Read More...

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