Before selling commercial real estate to you, the owner should conduct an environmental site assessment to ensure that there is no hazardous substance contamination. According to FindLaw, even if you insist that the seller conducts an assessment, you may also want to...
Fences often cause disputes between neighbors, and California has quite a number of laws pertaining to fences and disputes over them. These laws seek to find a fair balance that allows both parties to enjoy their own properties without infringement by the others....
Buying or selling a home requires numerous steps and contingencies. When a buyer makes an offer and the seller accepts, there is a real estate contract in place. This contract is legally binding, and if either party does not fulfill the contract’s obligations, this is...
During temporary government-mandated closures of businesses, the tenant of a commercial lease may find it difficult or impossible to make the payments. Does the law provide any protection from eviction for tenants for nonpayment of their leases under these...
Fraudulent conveyances go by many different names, including fraudulent transfers and voidable transactions. California law favors the lattermost as of 2016. Though the names vary, the purpose remains the same: To prevent a creditor from taking possession of a...
An easement often evokes a level of concern in property owners and prospective buyers. Its existence can feel like a burden or obstacle to each party’s goals. When considering a real estate transaction, you should not only take the time to uncover any easements, but...
