- Wrongful DeathWrongful Death: Auto manufacturer and tire distributor/installer settled wrongful death claims after the plaintiffs’ closed their case-in-chief at trial. Plaintiffs’ tires were not installed correctly and their vehicle rolled over. Decedent was only in his thirties and was survived by his wife and their two small children.
- Construction Contracts
- Real Estate LitigationRegarding property line/boundary disputes, complex title issues, easements, licenses, real property purchase agreement disputes, and other matters involving real property.
- Premises LiabilityAll types of serious injuries, including wrongful death and brain injuries. Additionally, cases resulting from automobile, trucking, boating, ATV, railroad and pedestrian accidents, medical and dental malpractice, products or premises liability, and slip-and-fall accidents.
- Construction LitigationMr. Salpietra acts as an expert witness in legal matters of construction, architecture, the governance of common-interest developments, interpretation of governing documents, and board of directors’ fiduciary duties. In addition, he also serves as an expert witness as an architect with respect to the standards of care for architectural services and construction issues.
- Easement
- Land Use and ZoningUsing his legal, architectural, and construction licenses, certifications and years of hands-on experience, Mr. Salpietra offers expert advice to development companies, contractors and builders of commercial and residential projects to navigate complex processes including approvals from government agencies, review committees, zoning/building department, and land use issues and entitlements. The firm provides guidance on architectural and contractor coordination, as well as advice regarding designers, interior designers, contractors, sub-contractors, and material suppliers contracts. Mr. Salpietra also advises clients on initial designs, construction drawings, permitting, bidding, and construction. His extensive knowledge of architecture, construction, and law has assisted small and large businesses alike.
- Property DamageDisputes with contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, building departments and review committees. Also, mechanic’s lien disputes, construction contracts and accidents, and property damage caused by construction and premises liability matters.
- Personal InjuryMr. Salpietra has extensive experience in a variety of legal fields which he has been practicing for almost twenty-five years. He is one of the few attorneys in California to maintain licenses as an attorney, architect and contractor, giving him the necessary knowledge and experience to offer quality services to his clients. Mr. Salpietra practices in complex and diverse legal fields, such as Common-Interest Development Law, Civil and Personal Injury Litigation, and Development and Building Consulting services.