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How long does the Labor Commissioner have to take action to recover fines and damages against a contractor’s payment bond in California? Prior to the passage of AB 2705, which amends Section 1743(d) of the Labor Code, it was 6 months. Now that period has been expanded to 18 months, bringing it in line with the timeframe for civil wage and penalty assessments. As a contractor or a subcontractor on a public works project, you could be held jointly and severally liable for Labor Code violations. If you are unsure if your current practices and policies are sufficient to meet your obligations under the Labor Code, the expert construction law attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group can help protect your business and livelihood. Schedule your consultation today. Please like and share. https://lnkd.in/gn8Dvi7D #constructionlaw #updates #laborcommissioner #contractorsbond #wagedispute #liability #AB2705 #attorney #lawfirm #ghassemianlawgroup #glgattorneys

Have you paid your insurance premiums faithfully for years just to have your claim denied or underpaid in the wake of the Los Angeles fires? Many of those hoping to rebuild are relying on their insurance coverage to be able to afford to put their lives back together. To have that claim denied when you are still reeling from the damage the fires caused is a cruel blow. The fact is that insurers are often not eager to pay out what you are owed, even in situations where it seems self-evident that your loss should be covered. You do not have to try to go it alone. The attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group can help you fight back against denials or underpayment of insurance claims. To schedule a consultation, contact us today. ?? (949) 436-2785 Please like and share. https://lnkd.in/gENKSaTr #insurance #claimdenial #underpayment #LAfires #wildfires #insurancecoverage #homeowner #business #construction #rebuilding #litigation #attorney #lawfirm #ghassemianlawgroup #glgattorneys

Are you being sued because a building you constructed did not withstand the recent Los Angeles wildfires? It is true that negligence in design, materials, or lack of compliance with fire codes can put a structure at greater risk of burning down. It is also true that when a truly destructive force of nature strikes, there may be nothing short of a miracle that can save a home or business. That will not always stop the people affected from trying to find someone to blame. Even if you feel confident your workmanship was not at fault, you need strong legal representation to avoid being made the scapegoat. The experienced construction law attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group can provide the protection you need. To schedule a consultation, contact us today. ?? (949) 436-2785 Please like and share. https://lnkd.in/gXWeNrvs #construction #lawsuit #LAfires #wildfires #negligence #design #material #firecodes #liability #risk #responsibility #litigation #attorney #lawfirm #ghassemianlawgroup #glgattorneys

We had an absolute blast celebrating Dawson & Dawson, Inc.'s 17th anniversary! The Saint Patrick's Day theme was perfect and made everything even more fun. Here's to many more successful years ahead. May the luck of the Irish keep coming your way! Kathy Dawson, CSP #dawsonanddawson #anniversary #celebration #stpatricksday #luck

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Hoping for good luck is a natural human instinct. Relying on it, though, is not a wise business strategy. The experienced construction, real estate, and business law attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group are here to give you a strong foundation to mitigate legal risk so you can seize opportunities with confidence. #saintpatricksday #happysaintpatricksday #luck #lucky #ireland #green #shamrock

In California, it was previously established in the courts that a joint labor-management cooperation committee could bring an action in court against a direct contractor of a private construction project for wage violations committed by its subcontractors. Now, that right has been codified into law with AB 2696, which amended Section 218.8 of the California Labor Code. This means you, as a direct contractor, can be held liable when any of your subcontractors fail to pay their workers, even if you were not directly involved in the wage dispute. If you are unsure of how new laws might affect your business, or what you can do to protect yourself, the expert construction law attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group can provide clarity. Schedule a consultation to get the answers to your questions. Please like and share. https://lnkd.in/gn8Dvi7D #constructionlaw #updates #laborcode #AB2696 #liabilty #wagedispute #wageviolations #attorney #lawfirm #ghassemianlawgroup #glgattorneys

State-level disaster declarations in the wake of the Los Angeles fires have eased environmental requirements and put in safeguards against price-gouging. What do local measures add to the efforts to help businesses and homeowners rebuild? Los Angeles Mayor Bass’s executive order of January 13, 2025, included provisions for: ? Easier permitting with dedicated permitting centers in the affected areas ? Expedited reviews of completed applications and rapid scheduling of building inspections ? Waiver of discretionary reviews This means contractors, homeowners, and business owners should not have to deal with unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles on the path to recovering from the devastating wildfires. Losing a home or business to fire is a brutal blow. The experienced construction law attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group are here to help those affected take advantage of every opportunity to rebuild as quickly as possible. To find out more, schedule a consultation today. Please like and share. https://lnkd.in/ggKNT9P8 #LAfires #wildfire #disaster #disasterdeclaration #local #permitting #buildinginspection #expedited #waiver #rebuilding #construction #constructionlaw #lawfirm #attorney #ghassemianlawgroup #glgattorneys

The recent fires in Los Angeles were among the most destructive in California’s history, with more than 15,000 buildings damaged or destroyed and over 57,000 acres burned. It is no wonder that disaster declarations at the state and local swiftly followed—but what do those mean other than stating the obvious? The purpose is to expedite the rebuilding of homes and businesses in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. The state-level declarations mean that for properties and facilities located in substantially the same location and not exceeding 110% of the footprint and height of the structures they replace, typically strict requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act and California Coastal Act have been suspended. The time limitations for Penal Code Section 396 (b) and (c) have also been extended to January 7, 2026, to protect victims of the fire from price gouging. Unsure what this means for your reconstruction projects? The expert construction law attorneys at Ghassemian Law Group can help. Schedule a consultation today. Please like and share. https://lnkd.in/ggKNT9P8 #LAfires #wildfire #disaster #disasterdeclaration #state #local #rebuilding #construction #permitting #constructionlaw #lawfirm #attorney #ghassemianlawgroup #glgattorneys

Happy International Women’s Day! The earliest reported observance of a women’s day was on February 28th, 1909, in New York City. Now, March 8th marks a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women each year. As opportunities for women have expanded, so have their accomplishments, making it clear what their talents can contribute to everyone’s advancement. #internationalwomensday #social #economic #cultural #political #achievement #accomplishment #opportunity #equality

On Employee Appreciation Day, those of us at Ghassemian Law Group want to express the gratitude that we feel for every member of our team throughout the year. We are both proud and humbled by the extraordinary dedication you show in providing responsive service and unparalleled legal representation to the clients who depend on us. Thank you for all that you do to help us fulfill our mission! #employeeappreciationday #teamwork #gratitude #service #experience #expertise