Below are some of the breaking stories recently
uploaded to the COLUMNS-Mold Website.
Calif.
Court Says Realtors' Exculpatory Clauses Not Binding
Standard contract
clauses absolving agents and brokers do not bar misrepresentation claims.
Court Agrees that 'Fungus' Exclusion Bars Mold Claim
Says the plain meaning of ''fungus'' in a policy exclusion clearly includes a
school district's claim for mold damage.
Kan. Court Rejects Claim that Siding Contractor Caused Mold
Court gives $17,500 to a contractor who filed a lien after homeowners blamed
him for mold damage.
Court Cites Oral Representations in Reversing Judgment
A homeowner's assertion that he relied on inspector's statements as to the
condition of a house was sufficient.
Wis. Court Reinstates Bad Faith Claim for Jury Consideration
The court found sufficient disputed issues to send the bad faith claim to a
jury.