Article from IEQ Review ()
May 6, 2004
Courtroom News
by Harris Martin Publishing

 
 

 
·        Calif. Court Bars Experts and Offers To Dismiss Case
A case in which a mother and son demanded $10 million from their landlord and various property managers will likely be dismissed by a trial judge.


·        Minn. Court Finds Against Third Owners Of Leaky Home
Homeowners who were warned of a damp basement and stucco discoloration prior to purchase were on notice of potential problems and can't sue the home sellers or builders more than two years after the sale.


·        Exclusions in 2 Policies Defeat Defense Coverage for Calif. Home Seller
A California appellate court affirmed April 22 that neither of two insurers defend a policyholder sued by the purchasers of a second home.


·        Mo. Verdict Affirmed If Plaintiffs Accept Remittitur
A Missouri appellate court on April 6 affirmed a judgment awarding homeowners damages for repairs and diminution of value because of mold, but conditioned the ruling on the homeowners accepting less than half of the jury verdict.


·        Pre-Sale Arbitration Clause Binds Fla. Owners Suing Over Mold Damage  
An arbitration clause in a purchase agreement was meant to survive closing and applies to Florida homeowners' negligent design and construction claims against the builder...
 

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