Wally Zimolong | Supplemental Conditions | August 23, 2016 The lack of insurance coverage for a contractor’s faulty workmanship is the bane of both homeowners looking to recover damage for defective work and contractors seeking to defend against such claims. In many states, like Pennsylvania, courts hold that faulty workmanship is not an “occurrence” that… Continue reading New Jersey Supreme Court Issue Important Decision for Homeowners and Contractors
Month: August 2016
Ten Essential Ways to Protect Yourself During a Construction Project
P. Wesley Lambert | Brouse McDowell | August 25, 2016 [Note: This article is based upon talking points from a Webinar presentation given by P. Wesley Lambert on June 30, 2016. If you are interested in viewing the Webinar, please click the following link:https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByL50atTp8rOZ05qc2xwaTMtajQ] Construction projects, and by extension, construction disputes can be high stakes… Continue reading Ten Essential Ways to Protect Yourself During a Construction Project
Explaining Key Amendments to the Pa. Mechanics’ Lien Law
Jason Copley and Daniel Fierstein | The Legal Intelligencer | August 12, 2016 While use of the term “groundbreaking” in a construction law article may want for originality, it is an accurate description for recent amendments to the Pennsylvania Mechanics’ Lien Law. The amendments—signed into law on Oct. 14, 2014—will change the way liens are… Continue reading Explaining Key Amendments to the Pa. Mechanics’ Lien Law
Importance of Jury Selection, Technology and Expert Testimony
Ronald L. Williams | The Legal Intelligencer | August 12, 2016 Successfully trying a construction case to a jury requires thoughtful selection of a jury, effective utilization of technology and preparation of expert testimony that is utilized persuasively. Trial counsel who utilize and complete these tasks effectively have an excellent opportunity to prevail at trial.… Continue reading Importance of Jury Selection, Technology and Expert Testimony
NJ Supreme Court Holds Insurers Liable for Subcontractor’s Defective Work
Practical Law | August 18, 2016 In a case of first impression, the Supreme Court of New Jersey recently held that insurers may be liable for consequential damages resulting from a subcontractor’s defective work under commercial general liability insurance policies. On August 4, 2016, in Cypress Point Condominium Association, Inc. v. Adria Towers, LLC, the… Continue reading NJ Supreme Court Holds Insurers Liable for Subcontractor’s Defective Work