Construction

$68.5 Million Verdict Reached After Tragic Fall at Philadelphia Construction Site Claims Life of Worker

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Philadelphia – A Philadelphia jury has awarded a substantial $68.5 million to the family of a construction worker who died after falling at a site in the city. The decision comes after a prolonged legal battle that highlighted serious safety violations and the emotional and financial toll on the worker’s family. The worker, identified as 42-year-old Juan de La Cruz, tragically lost his life when he fell from a significant height during the construction of a high-rise building in downtown Philadelphia. The fall was the result of inadequate safety measures at the construction site, a … Read more

Massachusetts Court Rules Contractor Not Liable for Home Construction Flaws in Landmark Case

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BOSTON — A Massachusetts appeals court ruled Wednesday that a commercial insurer is not required to cover a contractor liable for various defects in a home he constructed, setting a precedent in defining “property damage” in construction disputes. The case, which has drawn attention to liability and insurance practices in the construction industry, stems from a homeowner’s lawsuit against a contractor over alleged structural flaws and other defects in their newly built home. The contractor requested coverage from their commercial insurer, which was subsequently denied based on the terms of the policy. The appeal was … Read more

Insurer Exempt from Paying Multimillion-Dollar Jury Verdict in Construction Lawsuit

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New York — A New York state appeals court recently ruled in favor of an insurance company, relieving it from covering a multi-million award stemming from a construction dispute associated with a luxury condominium project. This pivotal decision underscores the intricate distinctions often contained within commercial insurance policies regarding what liabilities are effectively covered. The lawsuit originated from project disputes where the contractor, BuildItRight Inc. (fictitious name), faced litigation brought on by the condominium developers, alleging construction deficiencies that led to substantial water damage in the newly built luxury condos. The resulting jury trial led … Read more

Former Worker Files Federal Lawsuit Against Peoria Construction Firm Over Alleged ADA Violations

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Peoria, IL — A recent federal lawsuit has highlighted potential violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) levied against a well-known Peoria construction company by a former employee. The suit, filed earlier this week, marks a significant call for attention to the adherence of legal standards designed to protect the rights of workers with disabilities. According to the legal documents, the complainant, who suffers from a disability, alleges that her former employer failed to accommodate her condition, ultimately affecting her work performance and leading to her dismissal. Specific details of the disability were not … Read more