ABOUT THE CLAIM: Recently, Guardian’s construction defect experts were called in to consult on a case regarding widespread water leaks emanating from the ceiling at an automobile dealership. Plaintiffs alleged the general contractor, as well as multiple subcontractors, contributed to this defect. Guardian was engaged on behalf of the rebar subcontractor. ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION: Guardian’s experts were immediately dispatched to...

ABOUT THE CLAIM: Recently, one of Guardian’s insurance carrier clients asked us to investigate a roofing claim on behalf of one of their clients. The homeowner had claimed high winds had caused widespread damage to his asphalt roof shingles thus necessitating the need for a new roof. ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION: After obtaining relevant weather data, Guardian’s forensic construction and engineering...

ABOUT THE CLAIM: In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, FEMA made grants available to enable coastal communities advance warning and greater evacuation time. The grants were intended to fund the installation of tidal sensors, which sit atop constructed platforms both onshore and offshore. Our surety-client’s principal was awarded the project based on a too-low bid (about one quarter of the...