Laura N. Maupin – October 10, 2013 On Aug. 1, 2013, a significant overhaul of the Minnesota statute governing indemnification and risk-shifting in construction contracts went into effect. Generally, the amendment eliminates a long-standing exception to a prohibition against risk-shifting in the construction context. However, some language in the statute leaves lingering doubt regarding the… Continue reading Shift in Minnesota’s Law on Indemnification in Construction Contracts
Tag: Insurance Claims
The Scope of Appraisal: Does It Include Causation?
Ashley Smith – October 6, 2013 While the appraisal procedure is commonly used in property insurance claims, the proper scope of appraisal is often contested. Courts across the country generally agree that coverage determinations are reserved only to the courts. However, courts are divided on whether determinations of causation should be considered by the appraisal… Continue reading The Scope of Appraisal: Does It Include Causation?
Bad-Faith Claims
Geoffrey J. Greeves and Victoria N. Lynch – September 25, 2013 New York continues to face significant challenges in recovering from the extensive losses caused by Superstorm Sandy. The storm caused unprecedented damage to coastal areas, tidal surges that inundated Lower Manhattan, severe flood damage to airports, subways, and tunnels, and damage to electrical systems… Continue reading Bad-Faith Claims
What Constitutes a Total Loss in Colorado?
Kenneth Kan – September 25, 2013 Colorado has been in the news for recent massive flooding that has ravaged many communities in the beautiful state. By some estimates, over 20,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed. I have clients who live in one of the flood affected areas, but thankfully they are okay and their… Continue reading What Constitutes a Total Loss in Colorado?
The Nuts and Bolts of the Texas Statute of Limitations on Insurance Claims
Nyanza Moore – September 24, 2013 There are few things more worrisome then running out of time to sue. So, I’ve come up with a short form for determining if you still have time or if the clock has already run out on your rights. There are a few rules to think about when filing… Continue reading The Nuts and Bolts of the Texas Statute of Limitations on Insurance Claims