Lawrence C. Beemer – January 3, 2012 Myth #4: There is little an adjuster can do in the area of litigation management to affect the outcome of a construction defect file. This concept generally comes from cases being handled in the western states where most cases are handled under a case management order (CMO). Many… Continue reading Construction Defect Claims Revisited
Month: January 2012
Tornado Commission Recommends More Shelters, Tougher Building Codes
By Robin DeMonia — The Birmingham News CENTER POINT, Alabama — Weather disasters in the state might be less deadly if storm shelters were required in new mobile home parks and apartment complexes, if tougher building codes were established for homes, and if Alabamians were offered a sales tax holiday on emergency supplies. These were among… Continue reading Tornado Commission Recommends More Shelters, Tougher Building Codes
More than Your Bargained For? Avoid Paying Twice for Construction Costs
January 20, 2012 by Lisa Magill One of the most daunting aspects of construction projects is understanding the different legal documents presented (or that should be presented) by contractors, subcontractors, laborers, and suppliers. Although construction contracting is not something most board members are familiar with, the State of Florida requires them to follow very detailed procedures when making payments to the contractors hired… Continue reading More than Your Bargained For? Avoid Paying Twice for Construction Costs
Learning from Others’ Lessons, that they Learned the Hard Way
Ryan F. Carpenter – January 23 2012 No one likes admitting that they have a problem. That holds true even with regard to construction-related problems. However, as Mr. and Mrs. Hochberg found out the hard way, if an owner is able to see the symptoms of a construction defect but does not promptly investigate the cause, determine… Continue reading Learning from Others’ Lessons, that they Learned the Hard Way
Construction Renovation Contracts 101: Six Key Considerations for Proactive Boards and Managers
Martha L. Perkins USA January 13 2012 Author page » One of the most challenging responsibilities for association board members and the association manager is renovation contracts. It is a fact of life that community associations must periodically perform small and large construction renovations—everything from lobby updates to balcony repairs and garage resurfacing, from window… Continue reading Construction Renovation Contracts 101: Six Key Considerations for Proactive Boards and Managers