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This is the "must have" guide to California construction contract law. It's packed with specific examples and explanations of what to put into (and keep out of) your contracts. It also clearly presents filing procedures, time limits, examples of mechanics liens -- everything you need to protect your right to collect. Each topic is presented in a straightforward, no-nonsense manner and detailed case examples are used to make everything crystal clear. Written by William D. Locher, and Luke N. Eaton, of Gibbs, Gidden, Locher, Turner, & Senet, LLC, you'll find all the new changes to California law that affect you as a contractor. The new 2016 Edition includes new information on Type I and Type II Indemnity Clauses, Stop-Payment notices, prevailing wage rates, preliminary bond notice requirements, statutes relating to professional licesnse and much more. The California Construction Law Manual puts at your fingertips everything you need to know about: Pay-if-paid clauses Mistakes in bids Breach of contract Damages and penalties for delay Mechanic's liens and stop notices Prompt payment statutes Arbitration And much more! If you're a contractor wanting to operate legally in the State of California, you need this guide ready in time to avoid your next lawsuit. Order yours now!