Construction defect

Plaintiff contractor and defendant property owner entered into a written agreement for residential improvements, including the addition of an ADU. The project began during the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused delays. As the work progressed, disputes arose over alleged cost overruns and claims of defective workmanship, ultimately leading to the contractor’s termination. The contractor subsequently recorded a mechanics lien and filed an action to enforce it. The homeowner responded with a cross-complaint seeking damages for alleged construction defects. Following expert consultations and extended mediation, the parties reached a settlement.

Mediated breach of contract and construction defect claims between property owner and builder/designer of Accessory Dwelling Unit. Plaintiffs alleged the ADU was not built as originally represented, and when delivered contained numerous structural and construction defects. The builder/designer argued that the construction met design standards.

Successfully mediated mechanics lien dispute between commercial builder and property owner stemming from non-payment progress payments under the terms of the construction contract. Owner defended non-payment on the grounds the builder failed to comply with terms of contract and that there were alleged construction defects that the builder failed to timely remedy.

Successfully resolved litigated matter between contractor and property owner stemming from an extensive kitchen remodel. Homeowner, an elderly widow, alleged the contractor’s salesman engaged unfair bidding practices, and then failed to timely perform under the contract.