CSLB Suspends DeckTech's License (AGAIN)

SUSPENDED AGAIN!

DeckTech continues it's ways of business, with a suspended license status due to not having the required bonds they are required to post with CSLB.

DeckTech like all contractors, must have a bond of $12,500 to protect consumers from unsavory contractors like they have proved themselves to be. In a CSLB action last year, DeckTech was required to also post a $15,000 bond in additional to their regular $12,500 bond. The reason for that was Decktech was found, after a hearing and multiple witnesses being heard, to have ripped off a consumer for over $28,000 and was ordered to repay the consumer the monetary loss the consumer suffered.

This suspension is serious, consumers who hired a contractor that doesn't perform can make a claim against the contractors bond. In this case, a consumer would be left unprotected against unsavory contractors like DeckTech has proved to be since there is no bond to make a claim against.

Read through this blog and you'll see the truth about Decktech Inc. We advise that you consult with CSLB, file a complaint if needed or just don't contract with them, there's much better contractors out there.

As you can see from a couple screen shots below, DeckTech makes a regular habit of having their license suspended, a sure sign that this contractor could leave you in the lurch. Don't take chances, look elsewhere, you'll be glad you did.

Dear Whitney, You Might Be Wondering Where this Picture Came From. Ask Ron

The McKenna House; as found at Decktech's  old website cached on the Wayback Machine's Internet Archives. 

August 26, 2017

Ms. Whitney Barnick
Barnick Hodges Law Corporation
PO Box 549
Arroyo Grande CA 93421
 
Dear Ms. Whitney Barnick,

You'll never guess whose house this is and where I found it.

 Oh wait, yes you will, because if you ask that cowering lying sack of shit of a client of yours, Ron McKenna, he'll have to tell you it was on his own website. Did he forget to mention that when he was looking for your help? Of course, I'll be asking him all about this while Ron is under oath at the hearing next Monday.

You have heard of the doctrine of unclean hands right Whitney? I'll be bringing forth some emails Ron sent me...and of course this gem of a pic that will effectively show the Judge that your clients are liars.

The McKenna's can swear whatever they want, but the truth is they have no evidence.

Love, Bill

Deck tech's Owner Has a Lot To Lose; Working While On a Suspended License is A BIG Risk

Ron McKenna's bet is he can work with a suspended license without getting caught. 

DeckTech Inc has had a suspended license now for a week. 

Since last Monday when after a last minute attempt in court to stay a probationary license status, it backfired and without a required disciplinary bond ready to place with CSLB, their license was promptly suspended and remains so. Click here to check current status. 

DeckTech's owner Ron McKenna is thumbing his nose at the CSLB suspension however, having been found  working at two jobs thanks to tips from the public. One tip alerted us to their job in Pismo Beach in the tony "The Bluffs HOA" on Bluff Dr. 

Thanks to their sign, it's pretty clear who's job this is. By law no work can be performed, bid on, or employees be on a job. 

DeckTech Inc is working on a project at The Bluffs in Pismo Beach. Not for long.

A Reference I Wouldn't Touch With a Ten Foot Pole-Local Celebrity Attorney Jim Duenow Provides A Declaration for DeckTech

“How about if I punch him?”

Local attorney Jim Duenow spoke those words as he walked out of a San Luis Obispo courtroom March 6. 

Deck tech's Application for a Stay on Their Probationary
License Was Denied by The Judge

DeckTech Inc's Attorney, John Hodges, has actually thrown shit on the wall to see what sticks. Shit as in local "celebrity attorney" Jim Duenow, who has thrown his "good name" into the hat of DeckTech's  references. 

Duenow we will all remember infamously offered to punch opposition attorney James Wagstaffe in a SLAPP hearing last year for Cal Coast News during a slander/libel trial he represented them in. 

Duenow's license to practice was apparently suspended while he was representing Cal Coast News. In a civil matter. The CAS State Bar lists his license as being "Not Eligible to Practice Law" as of 7/1/16 and not until 3/8/17 did his license become active again. 

So now this fine upstanding individual has said "DeckTech has really saved us." in a declaration he submitted for Hodges to file with an appeal seeking to hold up Decktech's license being placed on a probationary status. 

As of now the appeal was denied and we are waiting for a conference scheduled for several months from now. 

But seriously, Jim Duenow? That's a stretch. 

Citations/links

https://www.newtimesslo.com/sanluisobispo/defamation-trial-kicks-off-with-spat-between-lawyers/Content?oid=2974255

http://members.calbar.ca.gov/fal/Member/Detail/35598

DeckTech's Probation Monitor Assigned to Protect the Public

DeckTech's 3 Year Probation Begin's When Their License Returns to Active Status

Probation Monitor Watches Over Probationary Licenses

At Any Time, CSLB Can Review DeckTech's Books/Contracts & Interview Employees

I a conversation today with a CSLB representative, I was provided the newly assigned Probation Monitor's contact information.

Danica Storm at the CSLB will be the Probation Monitor charged with watching over DeckTech's  activities and business procedures to ensure they are in compliance with the terms of the probation. Yes, it's just like being a criminal, there's a price to pay when you are found by CSLB and an administrative law judge to have broken laws and abandoned the job...and that price is Danica watches over them.

You can read the official documents here online  This takes you to CSLB's website.

Have you been wronged by DeckTech? Do you feel that they aren't being honest or doing the right thing?      Don't hesitate to call Danica at 916-255-4460. 

Remember, only your documentation, photograph's, videos and most importantly, your desire to help quash a bad apple in the construction community will help Danika do her job fully. 

CONSUMER WARNING- Decktech's License Is SUSPENDED For Failing to Post Disciplinary Bond

Sister Company Hunter-James Inc is Suspended As Well

Suspensions Result From An Accusation Filed Against Them by CSLB

CSLB & Admin Law Judge Found DeckTech Violated Contractor Law's

Was Ordered to Pay Over $28,000 in Reimbursement 

Last Minute Attempt To Stave Off License Probation Fails

This morning in SLO Superior Court, Attorney John Hodges appeal to get a stay on a CSLB order placing DeckTech Inc on a probationary license status was denied. Appearing for CSLB by telephone was DA Deputy Attorney Shawn Cook who successfully argued the case for the CSLB. 

Apparently in blind confidence that the appeal would be allowed, DeckTech had not obtained the required disciplinary bonds of $15,000 each for them and Hunter-James. Upon notification by the DA, the CSLB suspended DeckTech's  license for failing to post the bonds by today. 

Cook expects DeckTech to file with the appeals court to overturn the CSLB order from comments made by Deck tech's attorney, John Hodges. Cook also expressed dismay that DeckTech elected to fight as they did with the evidence against them-a check for $15,000 as the deposit they took illegally for example. He said the State offered a stipulated settlement that DeckTech refused, which resulted in 6 days of testimony being given at 2 hearings and all that evidence is now admittable in any court hearings and public information as well.

The DA also related Atty Hodges great dislike for me saying he'd made numerous disparaging remarks about me during the months of the case winding it's way along.  I don't mind, it makes me feel good to have bitter enemies. One thing I wonder is Ron McKenna going to learn to stop digging the hole that he's in? I sure hope not, as long as the money well is open, John Hodges will keep billing DeckTech. Don't help them pay their legal fees! 

Consumer warning-DeckTech cannot legally contract accept a deposit or perform any work unless/until their license is reactivated. That could take some time. In the meantime  do not contract with DeckTech; do not give them a deposit, if you have, exercise your right to cancel immediately. Cancel any checks you may have written, call your bank too. Credit card deposits- file a claim with your card issuer to stop payment. If your 3 day right to cancel has passed, call an attorney immediately and file a complaint with CSLB. 

If DeckTech is currently working on a job of yours. STOP THEM FROM WORKING IMMEDIATELY! Any injuries to a worker will likely not be covered by workers compensation insurance. Document with video you requesting they stop work and leave the premises after removing their tools. Any materials should remain on the job if you paid for them.
Call the CSLB for advice on how to handle this.   Call the CSLB SWIFT team  at (559) 490-0580 Above all, do not make any payments to DeckTech! If you paid money by credit card, you may wish to file a complaint with them to stop payment or get a credit back. Call your attorney for advice on how to handle the issue you have. 

Email the CSLB SWIFT Team documents, photograph's etc if DeckTech is working on your property swiftcentral@cslb.ca.gov  

If you feel threatened in any way by Ron McKenna or anyone at DeckTech, call the police.  Then, file a complaint with CSLB. 

DeckTech & it's Affiliate Hunter-James Inc's licenses are suspended for failing to post ordered
disciplinary bonds resulting from an Accusation filed by CSLB.  

Lucia Mar Unified School District Needs to Be Beware of Greeks Bearing Gifts

DeckTech Offers to Donate Labor, Time, Materials

Is This Just a PR Stunt to Try To Make Themselves Look Good? 

Ron McKenna, seemingly out of the goodness of his heart, wants to donate time, materials and labor to rebuild a weight room. I think LMUSD needs to know Deck tech's background and ask what their ulterior motive is?

So we are just bringing forth that LMUSD needs to know that DeckTech is about to be placed on probationary license status.  Bet LMUSD contracting standards would not allow DeckTech to bid projects with a probationary license. 

LMUSD should also ask what ulterior motives DeckTech might have-like free publicity about what great guys they are...to me this stinks of a red herring to take consumers eye off the ball, that DeckTech has violated state contracting laws, bringing serious financial damage to a consumer. 

What do you think?