Alex M. Chazen and Jason Daniel Feld | Kahana & Feld LLP | March 8, 2018 A homeowners’ association (“HOA”) governing common interest developments is subject to a different set of requirements for construction defect claims as opposed to single-family developments. In 1995, the California legislature enacted the Calderon Act (formerly CA Civil Code §1374) which set… Continue reading Construction Defect Claims at Common Interest Developments
Month: March 2018
Don’t Expose Yourself to Fraud Allegations by the Insurer
Stephanie Poll | Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog | March 8, 2018 Following a devastating loss to one’s home, as is the case throughout California due to recent fires and mudslides, the process of contacting your insurer to begin the rebuilding or repair can be complicated and daunting. Many are quick to begin the rebuilding… Continue reading Don’t Expose Yourself to Fraud Allegations by the Insurer
You Make A Better Wall Than A Window: Why Policyholders Can Rest Assured That Insurers Should Pay Legal Bills For Claims With Potential For Coverage
Graham Mills and Alan Packer | Newmeyer & Dillion LLP | March 7, 2018 Unfortunately, policyholders, such as manufacturers and contractors, routinely face the unnecessary challenge of how to access all of the insurance coverage which they have purchased. Frequently, the most pressing need is to get the insurance company to pay the legal bills… Continue reading You Make A Better Wall Than A Window: Why Policyholders Can Rest Assured That Insurers Should Pay Legal Bills For Claims With Potential For Coverage
My Insurance Claim Was Denied Because My Water Leak Lasted Over a Period of 14 Days or More – Was the Denial Proper?
Marie Laur | Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog | March 13, 2018 Many property insurance policies have a provision that states something similar to the following: “we do not insure…for loss…caused by…constant or repeated seepage or leakage of water…over a period of 14 or more days.” Insureds may find their claims for water loss under… Continue reading My Insurance Claim Was Denied Because My Water Leak Lasted Over a Period of 14 Days or More – Was the Denial Proper?
Do Fires Cause Mudslides?
Jonathan R. McBride | CAT-Law Navigator Most commercial and residential insurance policies contain exclusions for earth movement, flood or surface water. At first glance it may appear clear that these policies would not cover damage from a mudslide. However, as the recent mudslides in Santa Barbara County, California demonstrate, the answer may not be so clear.… Continue reading Do Fires Cause Mudslides?