In fact, the very nature of a construction project makes it liable for risks and liabilities for those individuals involved in the project. Among a range of people involved in a project include financial institutions, business owners, architects, developers, engineers, contractors and even subcontractors. Well, a construction defect could include design,material and even poor workmanship… Continue reading What Points Trigger You To Choose The Right Construction Defect Attorney
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Hurricane Sandy’s Impact on Construction Defects and the Transition Process
Ashley Newman – November 30, 2012 In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, thousands of homes have been severely damaged or destroyed and lives have been turned upside down. As the victims continue to deal with Sandy’s aftermath, it is very likely that many condominiums will find that preexisting construction defects in their buildings have been… Continue reading Hurricane Sandy’s Impact on Construction Defects and the Transition Process
Navigating Nevada construction-defect law | NNBW.com
Courtney Forster – November 26, 2012 Nevada’s construction defect law was originally designed to help contractors and homeowners resolve their differences without resorting to litigation. Unfortunately, its real-world application has led to a confusing process full of traps for the unwary contractor. If you ignore them, short deadlines and strict notification requirements can leave you… Continue reading Navigating Nevada construction-defect law | NNBW.com
Construction Defect Center Now Launches an Initiative Focused on Chinese Copper Residential Plumbing Pipe & Leaks in Newer Subdivisions-Homeowners-Plumbers Save the Pipe
December 4, 2012 Two years ago, the Construction Defect Center began an investigation of copper residential plumbing pipe that was used in new US subdivisions, or condominium projects built after 2005. Initially the groups focus was on cheap, or poorly made copper residential plumbing pipe from China. The group is now looking at all makers-but… Continue reading Construction Defect Center Now Launches an Initiative Focused on Chinese Copper Residential Plumbing Pipe & Leaks in Newer Subdivisions-Homeowners-Plumbers Save the Pipe
EPA Fines 16 Firms for Violations of the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule
Stacy Kika – November 14, 2012 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced 16 enforcement actions for violations of the lead-based paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP). A priority for EPA’s enforcement program is to protect children, and others, from exposure to lead dust that can cause lead poisoning by ensuring that renovators… Continue reading EPA Fines 16 Firms for Violations of the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule