Can an unused private easement be extinguished to accommodate a desirable plan of development? Not according to the California Court of Appeal in a recent published decision. In Cottonwood Duplexes, LLC v. Barlow, (2012) WL 5492890, the court held that a developer's...
Month: December 2012
The Pitfalls of Acting as an “Owner-Builder” Publication
With the economy improving, many homeowners are beginning to perform previously delayed construction projects. However, finances can still be a major issue, which is one reason why some elect to forego hiring a general contractor and instead act as an "owner-builder."...
The Letter of the Law: December 2012
IN THIS ISSUE:CONSTRUCTION: Court of Appeals Weighs in on Contribution Actions Between Insurance Carriers in Construction Defect ActionsEMPLOYMENT: Employer Obligations Under Disability LawsLAND USE: Unused Easements and the Sanctity of Property Rights Court of...
Court of Appeals Weighs in on Contribution Actions Between Insurance Carriers in Construction Defect Actions
A recent insurance law decision by the California Court of Appeals, St. Paul Mercury Insurance v. Mountain West Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance, (2012) 210 Cal.App.4th 645, clarifies the role and obligations of insurance carriers for subcontractors involved in...
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