What should I look for in a San Diego Cumis Counsel and how do I demand one from my insurance company? California’s cumis counsel law was established to protect the interests of Californians against insurance companies and the attorneys who represent them. California has taken a leadership role in protecting...
Executive Severance Agreements in San Diego
The Watkins Firm has decades of experienced helping to negotiate executive severance agreements in San Diego and Southern California. Executive severance agreements are enforceable under California law, however the agreement must incorporate specific terms while eschewing others. If you are in the midst of an executive severance you need the...
Insurance Coverage Analysis and Policy Terms
When you seek expert insurance coverage analysis and policy terms insight in San Diego the Watkins Firm provides decades of experience and a free consultation. Have you been informed your insurance policy doesn’t cover a claim or received a claim denial for something you believe was clearly covered by the...
Insurance Bad Faith is More Common Than You Might Expect
Insurance bad faith is more common than you might expect. The Watkins Firm will help you to hold your insurance company accountable for the insurance coverage you purchased and losses which are covered by your insurance policy. The first sign of insurance bad faith may be a very low settlement...
Helping Contractors to Foreclose on Mechanics Liens in San Diego
The Watkins Firm has decades of experience helping contractors to foreclose on mechanics liens in San Diego and Southern California. It is important to act quickly in these matters to protect your rights and our ability to successfully recover the amounts which are rightfully owed to you. Why do you...
Recent Dog Food Case Highlights Made in the USA Class Action Risks
A recent dog food case highlights Made in the USA class action risks for San Diego and Southern California businesses. The class action against a California manufacturer of dog and cat treats was filed last year in the Eastern District of California. The lawsuit alleged that the pet treats were...
Dispute Between a General Contractor and a Sub-Contractor in San Diego
When a dispute between a general contractor and a sub-contractor in San Diego threatens to delay a job and impact profits contact the experienced construction dispute attorneys at the Watkins Firm. We have decades of experience resolving job site disputes and issues between general contractors and sub-contractors. We understand the importance...
Representing Contractors in Mechanics Lien Disputes
The Watkins Firm has decades of experience representing contractors in mechanics lien disputes here in San Diego. In many cases the issue is a failure to pay. This can be due to a genuine disagreement about the quality of work or completion of a project. What should you do if...
Important Elements in a Contract with a Home Contractor
Are you involved in a dispute with a contractor working on your home or business project? It’s likely due to the quality of the contract associated with the work (or the lack of one). What are the important elements in a contract with a home contractor and why is it...