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    Current Law Summary: SB800 (codified as Civil Code §§895, et seq) is the most far-reaching, complex law regulating construction defect litigation, right to repair, warranty obligations and maintenance requirements transference in the country. In essence, to afford protection against frivolous lawsuits, builders shall do all the following:A homeowner is obligated to follow all reasonable maintenance obligations and schedules communicated in writing to the homeowner by the builder and product manufacturers, as well as commonly accepted maintenance practices. A failure by a homeowner to follow these obligations, schedules, and practices may subject the homeowner to the affirmative defenses.A builder, under the principles of comparative fault pertaining to affirmative defenses, may be excused, in whole or in part, from any obligation, damage, loss, or liability if the builder can demonstrate any of the following affirmative defenses in response to a claimed violation:


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    Leveraging from more than 7,000 construction defect and claims related expert witness designations, the Anaheim, California Expert Witness Engineer Group provides a wide range of trial support and consulting services to Anaheim's most acknowledged construction practice groups, CGL carriers, builders, owners, and public agencies. Drawing from a diverse pool of construction and design professionals, BHA is able to simultaneously analyze complex claims from the perspective of design, engineering, cost, or standard of care.

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    Recognize: A Construction Safety Week Technical Bulletin

    February 23, 2026 —
    Construction Safety Week has long been a powerful show of force, a catalyst for bringing the industry together and putting a spotlight on the critical importance of safety. It represents a shared commitment across an expansive and impactful Industry. The construction industry is a major employer and significant contributor to the U.S. economy, creating nearly $2.1 trillion worth of structures each year—and with that scale comes immense responsibility— and opportunity. Over the last decade, we’ve made meaningful strides: advancing best practices, transitioning from hard hats to helmets, shedding light on vital issues that affect safety, like mental health, fostering a culture of care and accountability, and creating partnerships and initiatives for improving jobsite safety. Reprinted courtesy of Construction Safety Week, Construction Executive, a publication of Associated Builders and Contractors. All rights reserved. Read the full story...

    Meet BWB&O’s Super Lawyers Rising Stars in Colorado!

    April 08, 2026 —
    Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara, LLP is thrilled to share that Partner Devin Brunson and Associate Melissa Youngpeter have been named to the Super Lawyers 2026 Colorado Rising Stars list. This recognition reflects their exceptional work in Personal Injury and Civil Litigation.
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    Reprinted courtesy of Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara, LLP

    UPDATED: Dominion Sues Feds Over Offshore Wind Project Halt, With Action Possible on Others Shut

    February 02, 2026 —
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    Reprinted courtesy of Debra K. Rubin, Engineering News-Record
    Ms. Rubin may be contacted at rubind@enr.com

    Applying Jury Verdict Method in Quantifying Damages Due to Defective Specifications

    March 31, 2026 —
    An older case deals with three important considerations: (1) defective specifications; (2) whether the defective specifications were misleading or misrepresentative; and (3) applying the jury verdict method in quantifying damages. In Metric Construction Co., Inc. v. U.S., 80 Fed. Cl. 178 (Fed. Cl. 2008), a contractor was contracted by the federal government to construct a warehouse. There were defects in the structural steel design specifications underlying the standing seam metal roof installed by the contractor and, as a result, the roof system leaked causing damage. The contractor incurred significant costs in repairing the damage, and pursued recovery of these costs against the government. The contractor claimed the structural steel design serving as the framework for the metal roof was defective and misleading and caused the leaks. Read the full story...
    Reprinted courtesy of David Adelstein, Kirwin Norris
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    50 State Matrices | 2026 Edition

    March 03, 2026 —
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    Reprinted courtesy of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani

    Celebrating 29 Years – Thank You for Your Continued Trust!

    April 20, 2026 —
    For 29 years, Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara, LLP has grown alongside the clients and communities we proudly serve. What began as a single office in Orange County has evolved into a multi-state firm with 11 locations across five states. Today, we are proud to be supported by a dedicated team of more than 200 attorneys and over 400 employees who work every day to deliver exceptional service and results. This milestone is not just about where we started; it’s about the people who have helped shape who we are today. Our continued growth reflects the strength of our relationships, the trust of our clients and partners, and the commitment of our team. Read the full story...
    Reprinted courtesy of Dolores Montoya, Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP

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    November 04, 2025 —
    Whether you are an owner, general contractor, subcontractor, or supplier, your relationship to the project will almost certainly be governed by a contract. While provisions governing payment and scope of work are essential, risk-shifting provisions that allocate certain risks and liabilities among parties play a critical role in protecting you in the event of disputes that, with enough projects, are inevitable. This article outlines some of the most common risk shifting provisions and why you should consider including them in your construction contracts. 1. Indemnity An indemnification provision is a contractual provision under which one party (the indemnitor) agrees to assume liability for the losses incurred by another party (the indemnitee). Most commonly, the indemnitor agrees to defend, reimburse, and hold the indemnitee harmless from certain specified liabilities, often those arising from the indemnitor's work or negligence. For example, a general contractor might require that its subcontractors indemnify the general contractor for any claim made against the general contractor that arises from wrongdoing relating to that subcontractor’s scope of work. However, parties should consult with an attorney to make sure that their indemnity language complies with applicable state laws. Most state statutes have provisions that set forth certain requirements for an indemnification provision to be enforceable and upheld in court. Read the full story...
    Reprinted courtesy of Troy Mainzer, Carlton Fields, P.A.
    Mr. Mainzer may be contacted at tmainzer@carltonfields.com

    Court Ends Trump Shutdown of NY's $5B Empire Wind, Second Offshore Project Revived

    February 17, 2026 —
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    Reprinted courtesy of Debra K. Rubin, Engineering News-Record
    Ms. Rubin may be contacted at rubind@enr.com