San Diego Personal Injury And Construction Law Blog
Caffeine may lead to more truck accidents
When you drive on California highways, you have no idea how alert and awake the truckers you see are when they are behind the wheel. A recent study now may give you even more pause. Drivers who fuel themselves with caffeine are more likely to get in an accident than...
Construction workers are at risk of serious injury on the job
Working in the construction industry is dangerous on many fronts. Regardless of your profession or daily responsibilities, there’s always a possibility of a serious accident that results in a serious injury. On the plus side, there are steps you can personally take to...
Anything short of full disclosure could put your family at risk
Buying a new home can be an exciting process, and it might be hard to proceed with caution. But just because you’ve found your dream house, doesn’t mean there isn’t a nightmare lurking under the surface. Californians buy tens of thousands of homes every month, with...
Electrical defects can lead to major safety issues
You shouldn’t have to worry about problems with the construction or renovation of your home. You might have even paid good money for quality and professional workmanship, especially for complex tasks like electrical installations. Unfortunately, one inattentive...
Breaching building codes could be the foundation of your injury
You were heading down the stairs at work when your jacket caught on the railing. It all happened so fast that you barely remember the fall. It seemed like a small mistake that turned into a big injury, but it may be someone’s negligence that caused your accident....
Subpar contractors can cost you money!
Having a dispute with a contractor who is working on your home can feel like a huge stressor. It is often best to take a moment to think about what options you have when this happens. This gives you a chance to formulate a plan and ensure that what you are doing is in...
What you need to know about changes to construction contracts
Having work done in the construction industry can be a complex undertaking. You have to find a contractor who can get the project done, and you have to find terms that are negotiable to both sides. In most cases, there are going to be adjustments to the terms of the...
Signs of a foundation issue that you shouldn’t ignore
The foundation of a building is meant to last the life of the structure. When there are issues with the foundation, there is a good chance that the entire building can suffer. In the most extreme cases, the structure might lean or fall. There are several things that...
Address construction issues right away
Construction law matters can be very serious, not only because you deserve to have projects done how you want them, but also because a failure to keep the schedule can cost you money. There aren't many good reasons why contractors should run behind schedule. If you...
Arbitration is included in some construction contracts
Many construction contracts outline a way that you will be able to handle disputes with the contractor. One of the possibilities is arbitration, which is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method. This is used instead of going to court to handle the matter. If...
