Damage to Adjacent Property and Structures

• Overview
• Agenda
• Faculty
• Credits

Benefits

Construction projects present many risks, including the risk of damage to adjacent structures and real property. For example, subsidence caused by improper or ineffective excavation and shoring may cause foundations to crack and other resultant damage. Soil and groundwater can be contaminated from construction materials used by trade contractors. This teleconference focuses on best practices for identifying these risks at the outset of a project and their effective and appropriate transfer using contractual and insurance based risk transfer methods. You will also learn how to effectively manage claims when they arise. The presenters are experienced construction attorneys and you will benefit from a unique focus on construction insurance that the panelists will bring to bear on this discussion.

Learning Objectives

• You will be able to identify the types of damage typically at issue.
• You will be able to review best practices for risk identification.
• You will be able to review insurance and indemnity principles.
• You will be able to discuss best practices for handling claims.