In Part One of the New Law Guidance series from Best Best & Krieger LLP (BBK), we cover important new legislation for 2024 related to public contracts, local agencies and public employees. Below we provide takeaways and...more
Case Provides Valuable Guidance for Public Agencies Wanting One Contractor for Two Phases -
A contractor that had two separate contracts with a school district — one for preconstruction services and the other for...more
12/4/2019
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Independent contractors and consultants who engage in or advise on public contracts may be subject to the conflict of interest laws under Government Code section 1090, the California Supreme Court ruled last month. Section...more
In a watershed decision, the California Supreme Court held that independent contractors and consultants can be considered “employees” and subject to the conflict of interest provisions of Government Code 1090. This includes...more