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Recovering Against A Contractor’s Bond

A source of recovery for someone damaged by a contractor’s work may be the contractor’s license bond, especially when a contractor is missing, unlicensed or insolvent.  California contractors are required to have a $25,000 bond issued by a licensed surety to maintain...

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Interpretation of insurance policy exclusions

Insurers often add exclusions to insurance policies to lower premiums and reduce their exposure to insurance claims.  These exclusions are usually buried in a policy or endorsements and can dramatically affect the coverage of loss in first party and third party...

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What are the oil waste rules in California?

Some substances used in residential and commercial settings, such as oil waste, can pose significant harm to the environment. California can produce considerable amounts of used oil from various industries, including automotive, agricultural and other sectors. If oil...

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