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California Prompt Payment Laws: Penalties When a GC or Owner Withholds Your Retention

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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2026

Waiting on final payment can lead to severe cash-flow issues for contractors and subcontractors alike, especially…

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SB 800 Right to Repair: What Orange County Homeowners and HOAs Must Do Before Suing a Builder

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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2026

Finding water intrusion, cracking, faulty windows, or some other problem with a newer home does not…

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Mechanic’s Lien vs. Stop Payment Notice vs. Bond Claim: Which Applies to Your Orange County Project?

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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2026

Understanding mechanic’s lien vs. stop payment notice vs. bond claim procedures is critical because each payment…

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The $0 Contract: How B&P Code § 7031 Lets Owners Recover Everything Paid to an Unlicensed Contractor

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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2026

Upon finding out your contractor wasn’t licensed, you might think your only avenue is to try…

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What to Do in the First 15 Days After Receiving a CSLB Citation

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Last Modified on Aug 07, 2026

Receiving a CSLB citation in Orange County can feel overwhelming, especially when your contractor license, reputation,…

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I Missed the 20-Day Preliminary Notice in California — Can I Still File a Mechanics Lien?

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Last Modified on Aug 05, 2026

If you missed the 20-day preliminary notice in California, you may be worried that your payment…

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