October 24, 2025 – Los Angeles, California
Flores Ryan LLP, a leading California construction law firm, has secured a decisive victory for its client in a construction arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The firm successfully obtained a Final Award granting full relief on its client’s counterclaim and denying every claim asserted against it, including breach of contract, fraud, and unfair business practice allegations.
The case involved a dispute over the design and construction of a residential accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Los Angeles. Opposing parties sought more than $200,000 in damages and attempted to invalidate the contractor’s mechanic’s lien. Flores Ryan LLP defended the claims and pursued affirmative relief for unpaid contract balances, extra work compensation, and mechanics lien foreclosure.
After a multi-day evidentiary hearing and comprehensive briefing, the arbitrator found that the contractor had fully performed under the home improvement contract, that the project had passed all city inspections and received a certificate of occupancy, and that all cost increases were justified by owner-requested upgrades, unforeseen conditions, and city-mandated modifications.
The Final Award ordered full payment of the contractor’s claim, foreclosure of the mechanic’s lien, and recovery of contract damages, prejudgment interest, and costs, while rejecting all claims of overpayment, fraud, or statutory violation. The arbitrator also directed reimbursement of AAA administrative and arbitrator fees to the prevailing party, recognizing the thorough preparation and professional advocacy displayed throughout the proceeding.
This result underscores Flores Ryan LLP’s depth of experience in construction law, arbitration, and contractor dispute resolution across California. The firm routinely represents general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and property owners in complex cases involving construction contracts, change orders, delay claims, prompt payment disputes, and lien enforcement.
Flores Ryan LLP remains committed to delivering strategic, results-driven representation in both arbitration and litigation, helping construction professionals protect their payment rights and achieve successful outcomes in disputes.