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Washington Court Probes Reasons to Overturn $19 Million Skanska Building Verdict Amid Condo Dispute

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Washington, D.C. — A Washington appeals court is currently examining a $19 million trial verdict awarded to Skanska USA Building Inc. regarding a condominium project. In recent deliberations, a judge raised questions on whether the substantial judgment, which favored the globally recognized construction firm, should indeed be overturned. During Thursday’s session, the focus revolved primarily around the validity and proceedings of the initial trial. The judge probing the case pressed on the thoroughness with which the original facts were established and the rationale behind the jury’s hefty financial award. Skanska USA Building Inc., part of … Read more

Florida Woman Sues Pasco County Over Alleged Disability Discrimination in Building Code Dispute

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Pasco County, FL — More than half a year has passed since Danielle Atherton-Bonner first voiced her concerns, and now, the Florida resident has taken legal action. Atherton-Bonner has filed a lawsuit against Pasco County, citing discrimination based on disability. This legal battle stems from a contentious requirement by the county for her to install a costly fire sprinkler system in her home, a mandate they defend as a safety precaution. Atherton-Bonner, who uses a wheelchair for mobility, claims that the county’s insistence on the installation of the sprinkler system in her single-family home does … Read more

Iowa Supreme Court Rules Against Davenport in Lawsuit Over Building Collapse

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Des Moines, Iowa — The Iowa Supreme Buffalo dismissed an appeal by the city of Davenport concerning a lawsuit linked to a building collapse that resulted in three fatalities and injured many. This legal setback underscores the city’s responsibility for damages and safety violations which had been previously contested. In April 2020, a five-story apartment building in downtown Davenport partially collapsed, leading to tragic loss and numerous injuries. Investigations following the incident revealed structural failures and insufficient maintenance, which were argued to be known by city inspectors before the collapse. Families of the victims and … Read more

Shoregate Towers Owner Seeks to Change Plea in Wake of Legal Battle Over Building Code Violations

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Willowick, Ohio — In a significant turn of events at Willoughby Municipal Court, Lemma Getachew, the owner of Shoregate Towers, has opted to forego a jury trial in favor of a plea change. Court documents released on June 21 reveal that Getachew has requested the court to expedite a hearing to alter his plea, emphasizing his desire to resolve the case promptly. As of now, a date for the hearing has not been set. Getachew’s decision comes ahead of what would have been a trial set for April 15, where he faced 45 criminal charges. … Read more