If you've ever had a mechanics' lien placed on your property you know that it has nothing to do with your car or the mechanic that you use for auto repairs. But if you've never heard much about this particular legal maneuver, you'll agree with most of the people who find themselves in a similar position: the name is what makes the mechanics' lien so confusing; they are actually most often used by subcontractors and suppliers. It's a legal claim against a property that has been improved or remodeled in some way.
The Inner Workings of the Mechanics' Lien
Providing Student Housing in Southern California
What is Inverse Condemnation?
Inverse condemnation is a term used to describe a legal situation in which the government takes and/or damages private property using the power of eminent domain, but fails to pay the compensation that is required (according to the 5th Amendment of the Constitution). The same Amendment provides government agencies with the power of eminent domain, or the "right to take." Additionally, the California Constitution provides a basis for the same proceedings reflecting the federal law.
What You Should Know About Easements and Rights of Way
If you aren't sure what it means when a contract or document refers to an easement or "The Right of Way" you could end up in the midst of a transaction that carries unknown implications. In fact, if you aren't careful, you could end up realizing those implications after the transaction is complete. To avoid such a consequence, study up now on the terminology and what it implies.
5 Legal Mistakes Landlords Must Avoid
What Triggers a Property Tax Reassessment?
Common Issues: Buying or Selling a Hotel in California
California Real Estate Law: Tips for Buying a Foreclosed Home
