Publisher's Synopsis
Construction defects have grown into one of the most active areas of litigation in the United States. This, the eighth and last volume, of the multi-volume series is the newest addition to Barry Zalma's insurance claims books that thoroughly explain how to identify construction defects, how to insure, investigate, prosecute, and defend cases that result from construction defect claims. Written by nationally-renowned expert, Barry Zalma, Construction Defects & Insurance is designed to help property owners, developers, builders, contractors, subcontractors, insurers, lenders, risk managers and lawyers avoid construction litigation, confidently and rapidly resolve claims associated with construction defect issues, or litigate construction defect litigation. Construction Defects & Insurance addresses a wide range of topics associated with this escalating and expensive problem. As you read through the various volumes and pages, you will find comprehensive insights into: -The construction process -Risks to be managed -What is required in an application for insurance protecting the insured against the risks of loss anticipated from construction -How to acquire the correct and complete construction insurance -How insurers underwrite against construction defect claims -How insurers decide to insure/not insure -Confronting losses caused by construction defects -Litigation or alternative dispute resolution of construction defect claims Barry Zalma, has more than 50 years' practical experience in this area. He is a highly sought after consultant and insurance claims handling expert witness nationally. This, the eighth volume of Construction Defects & Insurance, includes materials concerning evaluation and settlement and alternative dispute resolution.
