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At the law offices of Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones and Schneider, L.L.P. we serve clients in California and Nevada.

Our office locations are: Ventura, San Luis Obispo, Valencia, Reno, and Las Vegas. Our legal services help businesses and individuals throughout the tri-counties, including San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County, and Ventura County, and the cities of Santa Maria, Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura, Ojai, Thousand Oaks – Los Angeles County and in the Southern California communities of the Santa Clarita Valley and the San Fernando Valley - and the greater metro areas of Nevada: Reno and Las Vegas.

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Construction Defect and Construction Law Overview

California and Nevada Construction Defect Attorneys

Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones & Schneider, L.L.P.  (“MWGJS”) is one of the "pioneers" in handling construction claims for homeowners, homeowners' associations and other property owners. The firm's staff includes a number of experienced attorneys who are knowledgeable in all phases of construction. With decades of combined litigation experience and a thorough knowledge of construction law, MWGJS has successfully handled more than 150 construction claims and has recovered in excess of $40 million on behalf of its clients. Members of the firm specialize in prosecuting cases for complex construction defect actions against developers who leave owners burdened with faulty construction, toxic mold contamination and sick building syndrome. Significant cases include the second largest homeowners' association subsidence case in California history, and the largest association construction defect recovery ever in the Tri-Counties.

We provide guidance with the following issues involving:

• Statute of Limitations
• Liability
• Defect Claims
• Disputes
• Insurance Coverage
• Breach of Contract
• Mechanics Liens
• Mediation
• Arbitration
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Litigation

Construction Litigation Attorneys

Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones & Schneider, L.L.P (“MWGJS”) helps all parties involved, including contractors, resolve their construction disputes quickly and efficiently. Whether a dispute is over poor quality of work or about having a construction lien lifted, most individuals do not understand the complexities of the construction industry and the laws that govern it.

Single Family Homes

Filing a faulty construction claim can be an exhausting and frustrating experience. MWGJS represents homeowners throughout California and Nevada faced with construction defects. Construction defects can be devastating for families, jeopardizing their financial security and even their health in some cases. Our construction defect attorneys have years of successful representation for homeowners with construction defect claims against developers, contractors, and subcontractors—as well as their insurance companies. We are committed to effective, aggressive representation of our clients through settlement negotiations, and if necessary, litigation and trial.

Commercial Buildings

MWGJS handles claims involving defective construction or faulty workmanship for various types of commercial construction. We handle new properties as well as existing properties that have recently undergone renovation or remodeling such as the following:

• Office buildings
• Apartment complexes
• Condominiums
• Hotels
• Hospitals
• Retail stores

Faulty construction claims can arise from cheap building products, negligent designs and shortcuts to minimize time and costs. We investigate and handle claims that include but are not limited to:

• Plumbing
• Foundations
• Asphalt Concrete
• Roofing
• Electrical
• HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning)
• Stucco
• Windows & Doors
• Moisture through Floors
• Structural Issues
• Balconies and Decks
• Drywall
• Geotechnical
• Insulation
• Exterior Wall Assemblies
• Mechanical
• Landscape / Drainage Issues
• Crawl Spaces / Water Intrusion / Foundations

Insurance Coverage and Claims

MWGJS knows and understands insurance law and has a wealth of insight into how insurance companies operate. If you have an insurance claim or coverage dispute, including homeowner’s claim denials after storm, fire or plumbing-related water damage, contact one of our local offices for a free consultation.

Contact Us About Your Construction Problem

We understand home construction issues and work with a network of dependable and qualified experts who can be instrumental in building a strong case for you. For a consultation with an experienced construction attorney email us or call 805-644-7188 or 800-711-2611.