Construction

General contractor and electrical subcontractor on major downtown construction project asserted numerous breaches of contract claims against the other centering on, among other issues, alleged delays and failure to pay change orders. Following a court trial, with extensive documentary evidence, both sides were found to have breached specific aspects of the subcontract, leading to a net recovery for the general contractor following complex series of offsets.

Plaintiff, a homeowner’s association of a large residential housing complex, sued the general contractor which completed a project to repair the complex’s water supply system. Plaintiff alleged that the system was defective and required an expensive complete replacement following negligent repairs and failed subsequent efforts to fix the poor work. The GC disputed liability and the extent of damages. Several subcontractor parties were added by cross-complaint, further complicating matters. All defendants denied damages claims. Settled at Mandatory Settlement Conference.

Commercial property developer plaintiff sued painting contractor defendant for allegedly defective work including claims that the work failed to prevent water intrusion despite express awareness of the issue and warranties to the contrary. In addition to notable repair costs, plaintiff claimed the water intrusion also led to significant business interruption for the plaintiff and its commercial tenants. Defendant disputed the allegations and denied all liability. Settled following extensive decisions on pre-trial motions in limine.