Lauren Brier and Caitlin Trevillyan | Piliero Mazza While Parts 4 and 5 of this series explored both common and less common theories available to contractors pursuing claims against the federal government, many of which can arise in the construction context, there are more nuanced theories that often, intersect with those more familiar claims involving changes, delays, or defective… Continue reading Contract Claims 101: Common Construction Appeal Theories, Part 6
What Home Age Actually Tells Us About Claims — And What It Doesn’t
Andrew Leeds | Claims Journal After 20 years in homeowner claims, I’ve heard the same assumption so many times it’s practically folklore: older homes cost more to insure because repairs cost more. That’s not entirely wrong, but the real story is more specific — and more useful — than that. The distinction matters because America’s… Continue reading What Home Age Actually Tells Us About Claims — And What It Doesn’t
Cotney Discusses the Evolving Legal Trends in Roofing and Construction
Adams & Reese Adams & Reese Partner and Construction Team Leader Trent Cotney appears on the podcast, “If Walls Could Talk”, hosted by Jill Bloom of Walls & Ceilings, to discuss legal trends shaping the roofing and construction industries. The conversation addresses the evolving legal and regulatory environment for contractors, including contract terms, insurance changes, reputation management, OSHA… Continue reading Cotney Discusses the Evolving Legal Trends in Roofing and Construction
When to Settle and When to Fight: A Litigator’s Framework
Sean M. Pena | Scarinci Hollenbeck Every lawsuit comes with a cost, and knowing when to settle a lawsuit is one of the most consequential decisions a business owner will face. Experienced litigators understand how to minimize cost and obtain certainty for their clients. For many business owners, the decision is viewed almost entirely through… Continue reading When to Settle and When to Fight: A Litigator’s Framework
Executive Summary: Strategic Role of Expert Testimony in Property Insurance Litigation
Advise & Consult, Inc. In high-stakes commercial property damage disputes—particularly those involving windstorm, hurricane, or catastrophic losses—litigation frequently centers on expert admissibility under Daubert / Frye standards rather than purely policy language interpretation. A recent federal court ruling underscores the legal and evidentiary standards required to withstand challenges to policyholder expert testimony. Key Legal Takeaways… Continue reading Executive Summary: Strategic Role of Expert Testimony in Property Insurance Litigation