/ ABOUT THE CASE, CLAIM, OR ISSUE / A Southwest homeowner’s association had grown tired of the cracks in their asphalt roadways and concrete sidewalks. They expressed concern not only about aesthetics but about vehicle damage and pedestrian safety. The HOA’s main complaints were diminishment of expected longevity, necessitating premature capital expenditures. Subsequently, they filed suit against their developer for...

/ ABOUT THE CLAIM  / Not too long ago, Guardian’s surety experts were called in to consult on a bond claim in the Midwest. The $30 million contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers covered dredging operations on a major waterway when it was discovered that the dredge materials contained PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls). Because PCBs are highly toxic, their disposal is highly...

- - / ABOUT THE CLAIM Recently, Guardian’s specialized construction & engineering expertise was required on a commercial property claim in North Carolina. The subject structure is a 12,000 square foot facility comprised of masonry, heavy timber, and conventional wood framing. The exterior is clad with brick, and the roof system is steep slope with asphalt shingles. Owners claimed hail damage...