She wants SF to legalize her in-law rental units. City rules could trigger $1 million in costs

A San Francisco woman has been on a yearslong quest to bring two small ADUs to code. She's faced an uphill battle every step ...
The Desert Review

“Lot Mergers”: What They Are, Why They Happen, and How the Process Works

The County of Planning & Development Services Department is sharing an overview of lot mergers, a common land-use process ...
FOX 11 Los Angeles

New laws going into effect in California in 2026

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the law expands the circumstances for tolling the statute of limitations in California for ...
The Bond Buyer

Dispute over Austin convention center petition drive goes to court

The city's rejection of the petition, which aims to stall or submit the largely bond-financed convention center project to voters, is being challenged in court.

Cortes & Hay Profiles Title Agency and Real Estate Agent Relationship

How Title Companies in NJ Work With Real Estate Agents Flemington, United States – December 16, 2025 / Cortes & Hay Title Agency, Inc. / ...
SFGate

California's favorite I-5 stop is about to become major construction zone

Holiday travelers traversing California on Interstate 5 will have the chance to take a break at one of the state’s most popular stopover destinations on the eve of a project that is expected to leave ...
Forbes

California Wildfires Give Rise To New Artistic Process Forged By Flame

"Lost Terra-Cotta Bust," from Ari Salomon's ongoing series "Burn Line," turned a photo of a clay sculpture into charcoal through controlled burning. At first glance, the object appears to be nothing ...
Sacramento Bee

California unveils hiring reforms to speed up application process for state jobs

Candidates have submitted over 1.4 million applications for a state job with California this year, and they are well aware of the state’s reputation for a slow hiring process. But officials are hoping ...
Treasure Coast Newspapers

HOA Q&A: Does a construction lien for remodeling a unit affect all unit owners?

Editor’s note: Attorneys at Goede, DeBoest & Cross respond to questions about Florida community association law. The firm represents community associations throughout Florida and focuses on ...
Victorville Daily Press

Brightline West eyes 2026 for California construction of high-speed rail project

Construction on the Brightline West high-speed rail project is expected to begin in Southern California in early 2026. Due to rising costs, the projected start date for passenger service has been ...
Voice of San Diego

Could California Use Some Construction Defect Litigation Reform?

Sign up for The Morning Report with all your must-read news for the day. A state system that allows homeowners and homeowner associations (HOAs) to sue builders for ...
The National Law Review

Contractors – Know Your Lien Rights

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...