Michael Brinker adn Quincy McGee | J.S. Held Overview of Plumbing-Related Construction Defects Plumbing-related construction defects can result in costly water damage claims. Recent innovations in plumbing materials and fittings have aided in more economical installation costs; however, workmanship issues and deviations from installation instructions for these materials have led to a rise in plumbing-related… Continue reading Common Plumbing Fitting Installation Deficiencies and Best Practices for Preventing Water Damage Claims
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Call Me Maybe: California’s Fair Claims Settlement Practices Regulations
Garrett Murai | California Construction Law Blog It’s not uncommon in construction claims for there to be Insurance and bond issues, whether it’s tendering a claim to your insurer, or claims against a license, payment, or performance bond. Insurance Code section 790.03 sets forth sixteen (16) unfair claims settlement practices by insurers and sureties including:… Continue reading Call Me Maybe: California’s Fair Claims Settlement Practices Regulations
Four Steps to Effectively Manage Rising Risk of Construction Liability Claims
David Chmiel | Construction Executive Liability claims in construction are increasing in frequency and complexity. Make sure your company is prepared to wade through the legal waters. A priority for every construction firm, regardless of size, is the effective management of risk. The industry is rife with dangers, more than any other. Too often, risks—of… Continue reading Four Steps to Effectively Manage Rising Risk of Construction Liability Claims
Jurisdictional Conflict Over “Related Claims”: Montana Federal Court Latest to Weigh in on When Claims Are Related
Geoffrey B. Fehling and Joseph T. Niczky | Hunton Insurance Recovery Blog A recent decision in federal court in Montana provides another example of different standards applied to assessing “related claims” under directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance policies. In this instance, the district court found that two class action lawsuits were related because they involved the… Continue reading Jurisdictional Conflict Over “Related Claims”: Montana Federal Court Latest to Weigh in on When Claims Are Related
Smaller Hail May Be More Damaging to Roofs Than Once Believed, Study Shows
William Rabb | Claims Journal A study by the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety found roof damage from smaller hailstones may be much more significant than previously believed. It’s a finding that one plaintiffs’ lawyer has already cited as potential support for roof claims. “This data challenges long-standing opinions by insurance company experts… Continue reading Smaller Hail May Be More Damaging to Roofs Than Once Believed, Study Shows