Defective workmanship puts a structure’s occupants at risk and leads to a loss of value. Some defects are obvious, while others are not, only becoming obvious after several years. Many construction defects stem from issues in design, materials, or workmanship. These result when contractors … [Read more...]
“Latent Defects” in Defective Workmanship Cases?
For many homeowners who discover defective workmanship, the damage is obvious. But many times a defect isn’t immediately visible, and only becomes evident long after the defects liability period ends. At this point, an owner may have potentially expensive problems repaired. So who pays for the … [Read more...]
Hiring Untrained Or Undertrained Workers Can Lead To Defective Workmanship Claims
Construction tends to run in up-and-down cycles. When the economy is good and construction is booming, and contractors can’t get enough employees. During a downturn, construction also downturns, and all but the best employees are laid off. What does it mean for your home or commercial property if … [Read more...]
Building Design Defects Can Lead To Poor Performance Or Injuries
Although building design defects are common, most are small and insignificant. But there are occasions where building design defects are more serious, with risks of damage to the property or injuries to the occupants. Some issues are dealt with at the time of construction. But in many cases, … [Read more...]
What Is Considered Defective Or Faulty Workmanship?
Litigating a defective or faulty workmanship case puts the burden of proof on you as the plaintiff. Your job is to prove that the builder, subcontractor, or other contributing company was negligent during the process of building or remodeling your home or other structure. The question is, what … [Read more...]
Defective Workmanship As An “Occurrence” Debated For Insurance Claims
From a badly installed roof to an unevenly installed floor, it’s the term nobody wants to hear when dealing with their home: “faulty” or “defective workmanship.” The definition is exactly what it sounds like: improperly completed work that leaves defects in your home or other construction … [Read more...]