Matthew Meyers – July 10, 2013 After Irene, Sandy, and a record rainfall this June, it is evident why condominiums and townhomes must be built in accordance with applicable building codes, architectural plans, and manufacturer specifications. If the construction of a community association was subpar, the water infiltration from improper construction undoubtedly led to water… Continue reading Construction Defects in Condominium and Townhome Associations
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Montana Court Addresses Business Risk Exclusions
Brian Margolies – February 12, 2013 In its recent decision in Lukes v. Mid-Continent Cas. Co., 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 17979 (D. Mont. Feb. 11, 2013), the United States District Court for the District of Montana had occasion to consider the application of the business risk exclusions, in particular exclusions j(5) and (6), to allegations… Continue reading Montana Court Addresses Business Risk Exclusions
Defective Windows Result in Class Action Lawsuit
January 9, 2012 Windows on houses are like tires on cars – they aren’t a really cool accessory and most of the time we just don’t think about them unless we have a problem with them. Just like tires, windows can have a pretty significant affect on the performance of your. When functioning properly, windows… Continue reading Defective Windows Result in Class Action Lawsuit
Illinois court holds no duty to defend water intrusion claim
Brian Margolies – November 11, 2011 In its recent decision Lagestee-Mulder, Inc. v. Consol. Ins. Co., 2011 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 129308 (N.D. Ill. Nov. 8, 2011), the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois addressed what allegations must be made in a construction defect lawsuit in order to trigger coverage under a… Continue reading Illinois court holds no duty to defend water intrusion claim