California Joint Powers Insurance Authority Code enforcement officers serve a vital role in protecting and improving communities throughout California. By some accounts, there are more than 2,000 code enforcement officers in this state alone, not to mention thousands...
An absent landlord was operating boarding homes at two properties in Fontana, filled with felons, mentally ill individuals, and vagrants – across the street from an elementary school. For six years, the City received dozens of complaints from residents...
On Nov. 15, 2021, the City of Tehachapi considered three ordinances amending its municipal code’s code enforcement regulations to bring them into compliance with new State laws, enhance transparency and clarity in processes, and ensure efficient and...
The prudent use of outside counsel enhances the effectiveness of municipal representation by providing supplemental ‘niche’ expertise and experience which may be utilized (and paid for) only as the specific need arises. City Attorney Michael H. Miller This...
Serviam by Wright LLP is known for its trusted legal services regarding municipal support, nuisance abatement, and receiverships. But the firm’s expertise goes beyond plaintiff-based code enforcement law thanks to its litigation defense team. Serviam defense team...
Since March 19, 2020, local agencies throughout California have been scrambling to adapt to evolving restrictions; meet the needs of their residents, staff, and businesses; and keep city operations afloat — often with decimated budgets and without face-to-face...