Claims in California
| Article | Place | Reviewed |
|---|---|---|
| Change orders in CaliforniaCalifornia's private/public split on authority to bind the owner, CACI No. 4522, and the SB 440 statutory claim procedure that takes effect 1 January 2026. | California | September 22, 2026 |
| California SB 440: the change-order payment statuteFrom 1 January 2026, Cal. Civ. Code §§ 8850–8851 give private-works contractors a 30-day owner statement, 60-day payment, 2% monthly interest and a stop-work right. It is not adjudication. | California | September 22, 2026 |