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Category Archives: Commercial/Business Litigation
What is Our Judge Doing? Although the assigned judge is not attending depositions or participating directly in the discovery proceedings, she is still very interested in the case. The court will typically hold a case management conference (CMC) about 90 … Continue reading
The lucky reader has never been involved in a civil lawsuit. However, a suit, whether as plaintiff or defendant, is certainly a possibility for every reader. Suddenly an automobile accident happens and you end up the plaintiff or defendant in … Continue reading
The legal cases that typically capture the most public attention are those that appear to be ridiculous or outrageous. Probably the most infamous example is the McDonald’s “hot coffee” case. However, for every instance in which a court or jury … Continue reading
With apologies to Richard Nixon, "now more than ever" is the time to consider mediation rather than expensive litigation. Lawsuits are costly, in many ways. The financial costs of litigation are no secret. Attorneys typically bill at an hourly rate and … Continue reading
California's Mechanic's Lien law provides an effective tool for contractors and material suppliers to ensure payment on projects. Although it clearly is not the only tool, it is effective because it potentially ties up the property where the work was … Continue reading
Because I get to post under the title "Postings from Paso" I don't feel my contribution is limited to legal issues but is more about events and issues affecting Paso Robles. Or at least I'm going to use that as … Continue reading
Those unfortunate enough to be the victims of actual or threatened violence or harassment are usually frightened and often don’t know where to look for assistance. Whether the violence or harassment is by a former or current cohabitant, family member, … Continue reading
Effective January 1, 2010, Judge Martin Tangeman will take over the civil department of the Paso Robles Courthouse, replacing Judge Roger Picquet. We in the North County will be luck to have Judge Tangeman and hope he has a long … Continue reading
Contractors know that hiring unlicensed subcontractors is a bad idea for a number of reasons. Sometimes it happens, however, because the prime contractor does not carefully check paperwork or just cannot pass on the price offered by an unlicensed sub. However, … Continue reading
