Jack Mayo | ConsensusDocs Recognizing a potential claim—whether related to delays, defective work, payment, or some other issue—often requires immediate attention to ensure that your rights are protected. This article provides a general overview of several practical considerations and proactive steps for contractors to take at the onset of a potential claim to better position… Continue reading Proactively Addressing Potential Construction Claims
Category: Insurance Claims
Insurance Claims and the LA Fires
Megan Carrasco and Richard Erickson | Snell & Wilmer Insurance has always been a critical backdrop in risk analysis. This is because when buying insurance, “an insured usually does not seek to realize a commercial advantage but, instead, seeks protection and security from economic catastrophe.”1 Insurance is in place for fundamental risk and loss but is… Continue reading Insurance Claims and the LA Fires
Challenges to Cost Modelling for Marine-Related Property Claims
Ronald Mallory | J.S. Held Introduction Marine facilities have evolved into highly developed, complex, vital infrastructure. What were once collections of docks, pavements, warehouses and guard shacks have become complex cities. Modern ports have rail facilities, multiple utilities (e.g. steam, water, sewer, storm drain, electrical and communication services), fuel distribution, hoisting and conveyance systems, dust… Continue reading Challenges to Cost Modelling for Marine-Related Property Claims
Yes, Damages for Delay: Court Permits Delay Damage Claim to Proceed
John Mark Goodman | BuildSmart A federal court in upstate New York is permitting a subcontractor’s delay claim to proceed notwithstanding a “no damages for delay” provision in the subcontract. The case, The Pike Company, Inc. v. Tri-Krete, Ltd., involves delay claims asserted by a subcontractor hired to install pre-cast concrete walls on a college dormitory project. The… Continue reading Yes, Damages for Delay: Court Permits Delay Damage Claim to Proceed
Wildfires and Property Insurance: Navigating a Shifting Landscape
Cameron Zangenehzadeh, Nathan Davis and Seth Row | Ahead of Schedule As wildfires grow more frequent and severe across California, Oregon, and Washington, homeowners and businesses face mounting challenges in securing and maintaining property insurance. The Los Angeles wildfires alone have resulted in tragic losses—28 lives, thousands of homes destroyed, and billions in economic damage.… Continue reading Wildfires and Property Insurance: Navigating a Shifting Landscape