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California Construction Law Blog
The California Construction Law Blog, published by Nomos LLP, focuses on legal issues related to construction projects within California. It covers topics such as public and private works claims processes, construction contract drafting and negotiation, licensing, payment and performance claims, insurance and bond issues, and dispute resolution including contract and tort intersections. The blog also addresses regulatory matters like California’s Fair Claims Settlement Practices Regulations and workers' compensation concerns relevant to construction. It reflects the firm's experience with significant construction projects and legal challenges in the built environment sector.
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My Current Love-Hate Relationship with AI
By Garret Murai
It’s early in the relationship, I know. But still, there are some things that bug me. Yet, I also know that it’s a relationship in which…
The Deadline to File Suit on a Public Works Payment Payment Bond is Triggered by a Claimant’s Work on a Project Not by a Claimant’s Work Under a Contract
By Garret Murai
California law requires that prime contractors furnish a payment bond – providing for payment to lower-tiered subcontractors and suppliers – on state and local public works…
In the Eye of the Beholder: Court of Appeal Finds Duty of Care Owed by Owner and Contractors for Death of Minors Caused by Independent Truck Driver
By Garret Murai
I was a T.A. for my high school history teacher, a really smart and nice guy, Mr. Reynolds. In the room at the back of…
At the Intersection of Indemnity and Prevailing Wages
By Garret Murai
In a case that I’m frankly surprised I don’t see more of, the 2nd District Court of Appeal of California examined an indemnity claim by a…
On Checks and Balances
By Garret Murai
It’s called “checks and balances” for a reason. And, generally, it works well so long as there are clear boundaries between the “co-equal” branches of government.…
2026 Construction Outlook: Dampening Outlook With Some Potential Bright Spots
By Garret Murai
According to Dodge Construction Network’s Outlook 2026 Ebook, “the construction industry came roaring into 2025” – with large government investments through the Infrastructure Bill and the…
It’s That Time of Year: Contract Review Time
By Garret Murai
My father used to make me wash the family cars every weekend . . . rain or shine. The nice thing about washing a car in…
2026 Construction Law Update
By Garret Murai
Happy New Year! Hope the holidays were enjoyable for you. During the first session of the California Legislature’s 2025-2026 legislative session, 2,350 bills were introduced, of…
9204 Meet 8850. Public Works Claims Processes Now Apply to Private Works, With Some Differences
By Garret Murai
Contractors working on public works projects are likely familiar with the statutory claims resolution process under Public Contract Code section 9204. Section 9204, which went into…