Construction Defect Claims and Additional Insureds
Presenting at the
2019 PLRB Central and Eastern Regional Adjusters Conferences
Minneapolis: Sept. 10-11 | Concord, N.C.: Oct. 22-23
Learning Objectives
Survey trends in construction defect claims against builders and subcontractors
Describe differences in coverage issues and insurer obligations relating to contractors, subcontractors, additional insureds, and indemnities
Analyze key policy provisions, including what constitutes an "occurrence," "damage to property," "your work," and others
Evaluate how tenders of defense and indemnity should be made under both policy and trade agreements
Program Outline
Case Study: Custom Home
The problem
Identifying the claims and the players
Understanding the coverage issues
Defense and indemnity
Case Study: LEED Building Repair
The problem
Identifying the claims and the players
Understanding the coverage issues
Key policy language discussion
Case Study: Builder’s Right to Repair
The problem
Identifying the claims and the players
Understanding the coverage issues
Key policy language discussion
Proper notice to the parties to protect your insured
Discussion and Questions
Panelists
PETE FOWLER
Pete Fowler is a construction consultant, professional cost estimator, and President of Pete Fowler Construction Services, Inc. (PFCS). Pete received a B.S. in Construction Management from CSU, Chico. He has held certifications from AAMA, ASPE, ICBO, and others. Mr. Fowler has published articles in national magazines and has been invited to speak by the most important groups in the building industry (AAMA, APRA, ASPE, ASTM, BETEC, CAI, ICC, NIBS, RCI, etc.).
David Heemann
Casualty Claims Manager, Mutual of Enumclaw
John Mumford
Director, Hancock Daniel