Christine D. Barker | Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani | August 30, 2017 A Look at Statutes of Limitation and Repose in California Construction Claims Like everything in life, all good things must come to an end, even a plaintiff’s right to sue. Known as the Statute of Limitation or Statute of Repose1, these government-imposed laws… Continue reading So, When are You “Off the Hook?”
Month: September 2017
Have You Been ‘Delayed’ or ‘Disrupted’? – Why the Distinction Matters
Ann B. Graff | Pepper Hamilton LLP | August 2017 No-damages-for-delay clauses are commonly found in construction contracts and, with certain exceptions, are generally recognized as valid and enforceable. The exact language can vary, but the typical clause provides that the contractor shall have no claim for compensation for delay and that an extension of… Continue reading Have You Been ‘Delayed’ or ‘Disrupted’? – Why the Distinction Matters
The Legal Impact of Drones in the Construction Industry
Amanda Ciccatelli | Inside Counsel | August 28, 2017 Until this past Fall there was some uncertainty regarding the commercial use of drones, specifically the use of drones in construction. As of late, there have been many legal challenges to the use of drones in construction, including non-registration of drones, invasion of privacy concerns, drone… Continue reading The Legal Impact of Drones in the Construction Industry
Insurance Co. Not Liable For Theoretical Claims, Judge Says
Rick Archer | Law 360 | August 25, 2017 A Nevada federal judge Thursday found an insurance company had no duty to defend construction companies against theoretical future claims, saying the argument stretched the duty to defend “to the breaking point.” U.S. District Judge Jennifer A. Dorsey issued a summary judgment rejecting three insurance companies’… Continue reading Insurance Co. Not Liable For Theoretical Claims, Judge Says
Court Finds Policyholders are Entitled to Bad Faith Discovery
Larry Bache | Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog | August 24, 2017 Insurance companies hate producing its claims guidelines, loss ratios, and other relevant documents in bad faith litigation. Recently, a Nebraska federal trial court denied Owners Insurance Company’s request to bifurcate my client’s bad faith claim from its breach of contract claim. This ruling… Continue reading Court Finds Policyholders are Entitled to Bad Faith Discovery