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Construction

Sep. 16, 2009

Settlement Construction

Thorough preparation is required to successfully move players towards case resolution in construction defect cases, writes Anne M. Lawlor Goyette.

FOCUS COLUMN

By Anne M. Lawlor Goyette

Construction defect cases typically involve large numbers of parties, attorneys, insurance companies and experts. Each player has its own goals. The property owner wants maximum funds to repair defects and cover losses. The builder disputes both plaintiff's repair scope and associated costs and seeks to pass plaintiff's claims onto subcontractors. The subcontractors concentrate on minimizing alleged damages a...

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