ABOUT THE SUBJECT PROPERTY   Recently, Guardian Group, Inc.'s Construction Defect Group was called in to consult on a $10MM residence in the Southwest. The high-end residence overlooks a lake and incorporates a significant amount of acreage.     ABOUT THE CASE   The General Contractor on the new construction home was being sued over moisture intrusion issues at the windows and...

ABOUT THE CLAIM Recently, Guardian's property experts were asked to consult on one of our national carrier client's slip and-fall claims. The claim involved a woman who had reportedly tripped on a concrete wheel stop. Opposing counsel had posited that the handicap parking stalls and surrounding lighting were not compliant with the state's codes.   ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION & CLAIM ANALYSIS  ...

  Recently, Guardian Group's Property & Casualty experts were called to investigate a residential claim that included cracks throughout the house and a reported unlevel foundation. The carrier also asked our construction and engineering expert to ensure that a prior plumbing leak hadn't compromised the slab. Upon dispatching to the scene, the homeowner explained recent events and historical observations. Concerned that the...