# McInerney & Dillon > Oakland Law Firm, Serving the Construction Industry Since 1952 ## Posts - [How A Notice Of Nonresponsibility Destroy Your Mechanics Lien Claim?](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/can-a-notice-of-nonresponsibility-destroy-your-mechanics-lien-claim/): What must the Owner do properly execute a Notice of Nonresponsiblity under California Civil Code Section 8444? How can a contractor protect themselves before entering into a tenant improvement project? First, do a record search at the County Recorder’s office to determine whether the property owner recorded a Notice of Nonresponsibility. Most counties allow for online records searches. Certain counties have a search function on their website that will enable you to enter the address of the Property and view all documents recorded for a specific address. Although it may take some digging, you should be able to find the […] - [How Jobsite Data Becomes Legal Evidence](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/how-jobsite-data-becomes-legal-evidence/): Mr. Junginger co-authored an article on how jobsite information gathered through digital tools can become legal evidence. The article was recently published in Industrial Safety and Hygiene News. To get all of the information, follow this link to the Article. - [Digital Transformation’s Role in Construction Safety](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/digital-transformations-role-in-construction-safety/): Mr. Junginger co-authored an article on how digital tools are transforming the jobsite. The article was recently published in Occupational Health & Safety Online. To get all of the information, follow this link to the Article. - [The Risks of Not Knowing Who's on your Job Site](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/the-risks-of-not-knowing-whos-on-your-job-site/): Mr. Junginger’s article on the importance of using digital check-ins on a construction site was recently published in California Builder & Engineer. To get all of the information, follow the link at https://www.acppubs.com/articles/the-risks-of-not-knowing-who-s-on-your-job-site. San Francisco startup Safe Site Check In is leading the way in providing an easy-to-use app to assist contractors in gaining crucial information regarding their projects. - [One Year After Shutdowns, Construction Tech Required by the Pandemic Brings Jobsite Insight](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/one-year-after-shutdowns-construction-tech-required-by-the-pandemic-brings-jobsite-insight/): Mr. Junginger’s article on how new protocols and technology are helping contractors address the ongoing uncertainty was recently published in Engineering News-Record. To get all of the information, follow the link at https://www.enr.com/articles/51296-one-year-after-shutdowns-construction-tech-required-by-the-pandemic-brings-jobsite-insight?oly_enc_id=5756G8977823I5J. San Francisco startup Safe Site Check In is leading the way in providing an easy-to-use app to help protect employers and employees in these challenging times. - [New Digital Check-In Apps Emerge on Construction Sites to Protect Employers and Employees](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/new-digital-check-in-apps-emerge-on-construction-sites-to-protect-employers-and-employees/): Mr. Junginger’s article on new digital check-in apps being used at construction sites was recently published in Construction Magazine. To get all of the information, follow the link at https://www.constructormagazine.com/new-digital-check-in-apps-emerge-on-construction-sites-to-protect-employers-and-employees/. San Francisco startup Safe Site Check In is leading the way in providing an easy-to-use app to help protect employers and employees in these challenging times. - [Join us tomorrow, May 14, 2020 for a virtual “Town Hall” hosted by Levelset!](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/join-us-tomorrow-may-14-2020-for-a-virtual-town-hall-hosted-by-levelset/): McInerny & Dillon attorney Gregory Reaume will be addressing construction law questions from the host and audience. You can sign up HERE. Levelset is the industry leader for managing preliminary notices and filing mechanic’s liens. We look forward to seeing you there. - [Does A General Contractor Ever Have To File A 20-Day Preliminary Notice?](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/does-a-general-contractor-ever-have-to-file-a-20-day-preliminary-notice/): Many general contractors believe that they never have to file a 20-Day Preliminary Notice, but this isn’t necessarily true. If a general contractor understands that the purpose of the 20-Day Preliminary Notice , then many unfortunate situations can be avoided. The purpose of the 20- Day Preliminary Notice is to alert owners and lenders to the fact that the property or funds involved might be subject to claims arising from contracts to which they were not parties and would otherwise have no knowledge. The Two Instances When A General Contractor Must File Preliminary Notices Under California Civil Code section 8200(e)(2), […] - [Construction Niche](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/construction-niche-2/): McInerney & Dillon is proud to have been recently featured in the San Francisco Daily Journal. To review the article, click here - [Brian Junginger Successfully Defends General Contractor At Trial](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/neil-bui-named-40-under-40/): On October 5, 2015, San Francisco Superior Court Judge Garrett Wong granted Mr. Junginger’s Motion for Judgment after hearing two days of plaintiff’s case-in-chief. Plaintiff neighbor made a claim for nearly $100,000 against the general contractor for damage to a large retaining wall that separated two properties in San Francisco, Ca. ## Pages - [Loux, Robin](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/staff/439-2-2/) - [Sample Page](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/sample-page/): This is an example page. It’s different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! I’m a bike messenger by day, aspiring actor by night, and this is my website. I live in Los Angeles, have a great dog named Jack, and I like piña coladas. (And gettin’ caught in the rain.) …or something like this: The XYZ Doohickey Company was founded in 1971, […] - [Oakland Office](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/contact-us/oakland/) - [Curtis, Howard](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/professionals/howard-curtis/): Mr. Curtis became of counsel to McInerney & Dillon after a 27 year career in the U.S. Army and 27 years of private legal practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. Concentrating in construction and government contract law, he has represented numerous project owners, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and sureties, including the successful bidder in MCM Construction, Inc. v. City and County of San Francisco (1998) 66 Cal.App.4th 359. Until 1992, he served on the Army Staff in the Pentagon and in field assignments as a senior active duty Judge Advocate specializing in government contracting and commercial and environmental litigation […] - [Probate and Trust Administration](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/probate-and-trust-administration/): Reaching a prompt settlement of estate as well as the administration of trusts, guardianship and conservatorships is important. We are able to advise you regarding the best way to achieve these results. - [Toombs, Charles](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/professionals/charles-toombs/): Mr. Toombs practices in the areas of tax, business and real estate law. He counsels clients in different areas of sophisticated tax planning for their business and investments. Charles advises clients in matters regarding organizing, operating, merging, purchasing and selling and dissolving various business entities with particular emphasis on those clients involved in the construction industry. - [Estate Planning](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/estate-planning/): Whether creating charitable trusts, the transfer of business between generations, or meeting other estate planning objectives, we are able to offer the expertise required to help you reach your goals.  McInerney & Dillon advises its clients regarding wills, living and irrevocable trusts, property agreements, and other estate planning advice designed to accomplish a client’s tax and testamentary objectives. - [Government Contracts](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/government-contracts/): Our attorneys have experience regarding contracts with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Postal Service, U.S. General Services Administration, and the U.S. Navy, and we have appeared before contracting officers, in the US Court of Federal Claims and the various Boards of Contract Appeals. - [Moses, Abimbola](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/professionals/abimbola-moses/): Abimbola S. Moses holds construction, real estate, civil litigation and commercial law experience. Prior to joining McInerney & Dillon, Abimbola’s work entailed real estate litigation managing solutions for clients dealing with matters stemming from property ownership disputes to easement, remodeling, and real property contractor issues. She has also managed civil litigation matters involving business, employment and breach of contract issues in California state and federal court. Abimbola earned her Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School, and her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and International Studies from University of California, Irvine. Bar Memberships: California State Bar Association License: California […] - [News & Events](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/news/) - [El-Gohary, Ronda](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/staff/stacey-bales/) - [Staff](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/staff/) - [McInerney, Timothy](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/professionals/timothy-mcinerney/): Timothy L. McInerney represents general contractors, subcontractors, owners, sureties and design professionals in all aspects and sizes of construction claims involving hospitals, commercial and residential buildings, schools, bridges, solar and wastewater treatment facilities.  He has also represented clients in disputes involving bid protests, contract review, licensing matters, delay and inefficiency claims, liens, false claims and construction defects. - [McInerney, William](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/professionals/william-mcinerney/): Mr. McInerney concentrates in construction and government contracting matters. Mr. McInerney focuses primarily on contract preparation and negotiation, disputes, claims and litigation matters involving public and private construction contracts. He has represented general contractors, specialty subcontractors and sureties as plaintiff and defendant in state and federal court jury and bench trials. He has arbitrated matters before the American Arbitration Association, Judicial Arbitration Panels as well as private judges. He has extensive experience representing contractors on appeal of OSHA citations as well as prevailing wage issues before the U.S. Department of Labor and Department of Industrial Relations. He has appeared on […] - [Home](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/) - [Professionals](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/professionals/) - [Search](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/search/) - [Payment](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/payment/): McInerney & Dillon utilizes PayPal’s online processing system account so that our clients can submit payment directly through our website. Payments are quick, easy and secure, making it easy and convenient to pay invoices. Please click on the “Pay Now” button on the right to make a payment via Paypal. - [About Us](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/about-us/): Founded in 1952, McInerney & Dillon has a rich legacy of experience in our field. Over the years, our firm has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and expertise in construction law, allowing us to provide valuable legal services to clients in the construction industry. With almost 70 years of experience, McInerney & Dillon has witnessed significant changes and developments in the construction industry and has adapted our legal services to meet the evolving needs of clients. Our long history in construction law has allowed us to establish strong relationships with clients, industry professionals, and regulatory bodies. Clients seeking legal assistance […] - [Site Map](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/site-map/) - [Contact Us](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/contact-us/) - [Commercial Litigation](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/commercial-litigation/): While litigation may be a last resort, in many instances it becomes the only practical alternative to resolve a problem. Our litigators are sensitive to the economic and personal effect which litigation may impose. Whether in the courtroom, in arbitration, or by mediation or negotiation, we work closely with you to serve your best interests. - [Construction Law](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/construction-law/): Our Construction law practice has been the cornerstone of our success over the years. We have addressed issues involving all phases of the construction process including financing, design, bidding, scheduling, fast track projects, contracting, change order, bonding, insurance, mechanic’s liens, stop notices, licensing and job safety. We advise our clients on many different types of projects such as highways, water and wastewater treatments plants, co-generation facilities, dams, hospitals, manufacturing plants and equipment, retail, office, institutional and residential projects. Based on our extensive representation of contractors, owners, subcontractors, public entities, design professionals, construction managers, and developers we can quickly and effectively […] - [Administrative Law](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/administrative-law/): Since the firm was founded in 1952, our administrative law practice has spanned from appearances before city planning commissions and county boards of supervisors meetings to state and local regulatory agencies and the Office of Administrative Hearings, and the various districts in California. - [Practices](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/practices/) - [Disclaimer](https://mcinerney-dillon.com/disclaimer/): No Attorney-Client Relationship Created by Use of this Website: Neither your receipt of information from this website, nor your use of this website to contact McInerney & Dillon, P.C. or one of its attorneys creates an attorney-client relationship between you and McInerney & Dillon, P.C.  As a matter of policy, McInerney & Dillon, P.C. does not accept a new client without first investigating for possible conflicts of interests and obtaining a signed engagement letter. 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