January 2007     Vol. 29, No. 11

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Map Quest
Most major real estate developments must navigate the complexities of the Subdivision Map Act
By Lisa M. Dittman

Wake-Up Call
The control exception to the construction defect statutes of repose can have a dramatic effect on litigation involving contractors and developers
By Leslie Steven Marks and Nicholas A. Merkin

Intelligent Design
Whether an implied license for architectural and engineering plans has been granted to a third party depends on the intent of the designer
By Mehrdad Farivar

Barristers Tips
Limiting the Liability of Design Professionals in Public Contracts
By Thomas F. Quilling

Practice Tips
New Requirements for Home Improvement Contracts
By Marion T. Hack

Practice Tips
Items to Negotiate in the AIR Standard Lease Form
By Nadav Ravid

By the Book
Anonymous Lawyer
Reviewed by Michael A. Geibelson

Closing Argument
Plain Language for Civility in Discovery
Martin L. Grayson

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