Dan Berkhoudt – May 1, 2013 In the last post, we talked about how to use Building Codes to your advantage when constructing or renovating a residential or commercial building. Here, we’ll talk about how you can more effectively get the right information from the codes department to not only build safely but also to… Continue reading Building Codes are Boss with Your New Construction or Renovation
Category: Construction
Newly Enacted Legislation Rewrites Florida’s Rules On Individual Design Professional Liability
James K. “Keith” Ramsey and Monte S. Starr – April 29, 2013 Law Permits Businesses Providing Professional Services to Limit the Liability of Individual Employees or Agents A new law will soon go into effect in Florida that will impact anyone doing business with design professionals in that state. Ever since Moransais v. Heathman, 744… Continue reading Newly Enacted Legislation Rewrites Florida’s Rules On Individual Design Professional Liability
Bills Target Nevada’s Construction Defect Law
Construction defect laws intended to protect consumers have morphed into a trial lawyer’s dream and a nightmare for Nevada’s building trades, putting many out of business and sending the cost of insurance skyrocketing, representatives of the homebuilding and construction industry said Friday. But in testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, homeowners recalled their own nightmares… Continue reading Bills Target Nevada’s Construction Defect Law
Who is Liable for Faulty Florida Construction, Insurer or Contractor?
March 16, 2013 As most Florida homeowners can attest to, natural disasters can be extremely unpredictable in the Sunshine State. Whether dealing with torrential rains and hurricanes, or even sinkholes, Florida homeowners can literally encounter Mother Nature’s wrath from almost every angle – from both above and below. Unfortunately, the aftermath of such horrific events… Continue reading Who is Liable for Faulty Florida Construction, Insurer or Contractor?
Errors in Design of Building Exterior not Related
March 26, 2013 The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, applying New York law, held that the term “related” in a professional liability insurance policy was unambiguous and held that the insured’s alleged wrongful acts were “related” if there was a factual tie or linkage between the wrongful acts. Dormitory… Continue reading Errors in Design of Building Exterior not Related