May 6, 2004
Courtroom News
by Harris Martin Publishing

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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