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Birthright Citizenship, “Subject to the Jurisdiction Thereof,” and the Construction Industry
However the Supreme Court rules in Trump v. Barbara, the decision will have serious real world consequences. While the case centers on the meaning of “subject to the jurisdiction” of the United States, its effects may ripple into industries that depend heavily on immigrant labor, not to mention affecting millions of families across the United States.

Garrett A. Heckman
Mar 217 min read


California's 20-Day Preliminary Notice: A Necessary, If Awkward, First Step
Several states require contractors to provide a preliminary notice to certain parties prior to filing suit. In California, this...

Garrett A. Heckman
May 14, 20257 min read
Top 5 New Laws in Texas for 2024
Happy New Year! Sorry that this post is coming in late. As always, January 1 brings with it a slate of new laws. My criteria here are:...

Garrett A. Heckman
Feb 8, 20243 min read


California's Draconian Section 7031 (Disgorgement)
The several states treat unlicensed contractors differently. For example, in Florida, unlicensed contractors can't sue for breach of contract; in Texas, most contractors aren't even required to be licensed (at the state level). But California takes the strictest approach I've seen.

Garrett A. Heckman
Feb 11, 20235 min read
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