Category: Construction Litigation
Which warranty do you have on your home construction job?
Everyone enjoys peace of mind and that’s why warranties are so popular. Everything from the car in your garage or the blender in your cupboard came with a warranty. You like knowing that you’re protected against defective products in the early stages of your ownership. Many construction companies and contractors also offer warranties on their…
Steps to take before filing a construction defect claim
After hiring a contractor to make renovations to your home, you begin to find significant issues with the outcome of the project. Perhaps the contractor did not accurately install piping, so your ceiling now leaks. Perhaps the contractor failed to comply with safely regulations, and your home lacks sound structure. Maybe the contractor failed to…
High-cost construction defects pose big setbacks
Construction defects have always been a hot topic in the construction industry. Not only do defects in performance, planning and supervision financially hurt the owner, but all the companies and contractors involved. It’s a tough situation for both parties and also difficult to target, especially when multiple people worked on one project. Common, and very…
Common construction defects in homes
It was meant to be your dream home. You and your family planned well, bought some land and hired a builder. During lunch or after work, you’d drive to the site of your new home and watch the construction workers building it, occasionally accompanied by your children. A whirlwind of activity took place from start…
When a construction defect claim puts your livelihood at risk
It’s an understatement to say that construction is a high-risk industry. Once a project gets underway, or even years down the line, you could find yourself dealing with anything from liens and delays to breach of contract and defect claims. Even if your net worth is in the tens of millions, losing a single construction…