/ ABOUT THE CASE, CLAIM, OR ISSUE: Almost 10 years after a shoreline condominium’s complex completion, its HOA filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit. The subject building was a townhouse style in the Northeast that had been constructed immediately adjacent to a marina. In order to shore up construction as well as afford residents and other passers-by the opportunity to stroll directly...

/ ABOUT THE SITUATION SURETY COMPANIES FACE: / While we typically highlight one unique, topical, or otherwise interesting surety claim in this space, it is important to note that not every claim is exceptional. Many more are routine, but these claims too must be handled in a timely, reliable manner. In this “case study” we will discuss not a single...

ABOUT THE CLAIM In the wake of Category 4 Hurricane Ida, a commercial property owner in Louisiana filed a claim with the business’ insurance carrier. Two factors rendered this claim to be a bit more complex than your standard, everyday claim: 1) the structure is a prefabricated metal building, and 2) at over 10,000 square feet, it is relatively large....