Denise Johnson | Claims Journal | July 26, 2018 A recent decision by a Colorado federal appeals court could have significant impact on hail claims and appraisals across the country. Copper Oaks Master Home Owners Association v. American Family Mutual Insurance Co. involves a claim of hail damage that led to a dispute regarding damages. According to the… Continue reading Federal Court Ruling Vacates Hail Claim Appraisal Award, Highlights Appraiser Abuses
Month: August 2018
You Better Answer Me! What to do When Facing a Partial Motion to Dismiss
Oderah C. Nwaeze | Duane Morris LLP | July 18, 2018 Once a complaint has been filed, defendants have a finite period of time to decide what to do next. Among the list of options are: (a) ignore it (the U.S. is overly litigious anyways); (b) answer the allegations; (c) move to dismiss; or (d)… Continue reading You Better Answer Me! What to do When Facing a Partial Motion to Dismiss
Is My Bid Binding?
Brian R. Gaudet | Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | July 24, 2018 For those in the construction industry, you are probably familiar with the concept of negotiating contract terms, either in writing or just a discussion, and when the two parties agree to terms, either in writing or with a handshake, then a deal… Continue reading Is My Bid Binding?
Recent Developments in Minnesota Construction Law
Steven R. Lindemann and Nicholas Loyal | Stinson Leonard Street LLP | July 25, 2018 Rulings by the Minnesota Supreme Court and bills passed by the state legislature continue to shift the legal framework of construction practice in the state of Minnesota. Outlined below is a review of some of these new developments in Minnesota… Continue reading Recent Developments in Minnesota Construction Law