California Articles
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Sep 21, 2017
Filing a Mechanics Lien – 5 Places It’s Hard to Have Success
If you're a contractor on a job and you're having trouble getting paid, a mechanics lien (or a bond claim) can be...
by Matt Viator
Aug 15, 2017
Why Can’t I Find the Property Owner on my California Construction Project?
If you’re a subcontractor, a material supplier, or are in the equipment rental business, by definition, you are a "lower-tiered" participant on...
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jun 29, 2017
Can I Add Language To A California Lien Waiver Form?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Apr 07, 2016
Reduced Retainage Is Not Released Retainage
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jan 27, 2016
Should You Monitor for a California Notice of Completion?
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by Nate Budde
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by Matt Viator
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by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jun 03, 2013
California Mechanics Lien Law: Information on Filing a Los Angeles County Mechanics Lien
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Mar 05, 2013
California Mechanics Lien Law: 5 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Feb 21, 2013
California Mechanics Lien: 4 Gray Areas In The Lien Law
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jan 10, 2013
California Mechanics Lien Law: Must Preliminary Notice Be Sent To The Tenant?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Oct 19, 2012
Proceed With Care When Filing A California Mechanics Lien Extension
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Oct 15, 2012
California Clerks Are Confused About California Lien Extension
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Aug 07, 2012
Do Credit Agreements and Financing Extend Mechanics Lien Deadlines?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jul 25, 2012
You Can File A Single Mechanics Lien Against Multiple Properties in California Under Some Circumstances
by Nate Budde
Jun 20, 2012
When Can You Foreclose A California Assessment Lien?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jun 18, 2012
Layoffs In California Court System May Mean Longer Recorder Delays
by Scott Wolfe Jr
May 24, 2012
Can You Recover The Cost Of A California Mechanics Lien?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Apr 27, 2012
Los Angeles Construction Market On Rebound…Prepare Your Lien Rights
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Apr 25, 2012
California Sketchers Project Provides Great Story About Why Mechanics Liens Happen
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Mar 02, 2012
Can You Send Preliminary Notice Early in California?
by Seth Smiley
Feb 28, 2012
A Guide To California Payment Bond Claims and Stop Notices
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Feb 09, 2012
FAQ: Is A Second California Preliminary Notice Required If Change Order Increase Contract Price?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Sep 09, 2011
FAQ: Are There Any Exceptions to California’s Preliminary Notice Requirements?
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jan 03, 2009
An Owner’s Perspective on Liens
by Scott Wolfe Jr
Jul 21, 2008