Construction defects can be present in the architectural design of a project or in the building phase. If corners are cut, code violations could mean the job is not up to current safety standards, and if a construction crew fails to warn pedestrians or motorists by displaying no or incorrect signage on the sidewalk in front of the project, then accidents can happen.
The danger to your family and to those on or near your property is real, so it is in your best interests to hire licensed contractors and work with experienced architects. You have recourse under tort law for construction defect injuries in Mount Dora. Call The Umansky Law Firm to learn how our premises liability attorneys could help you.
Liability for construction defects can lie with an architect, engineer, manufacturer, or construction company. Some examples include:
In these examples, and when any construction defect harm occurs in Mount Dora, one or more people affiliated with the project are negligent. This is proved by showing they had a duty to act reasonably as a person in the same position would do, they breached that duty, and someone was injured because of it. Our personal injury attorneys scrutinize every detail to find construction defects and the responsible parties responsible.
The construction industry is unique because so many professionals contribute to one project from their respective factions, from architects to the final construction cleanup crews. Allocating blame when a defect is discovered, and someone is injured, is often directed through contracts. These contracts allow parties to indemnify each other and allocate blame for defects. As someone who hires an architect or contractor for a home building or repair project, a contract allows you to hold that professional liable if their work is substandard and breaches the agreement.
Contracts are negotiated instruments that are based on the parties giving up something they value for something else of value. If you are contracting with a construction firm for a new roof, you give up money to acquire it. The terms of the contract should specify what you expect from the project, and if the work falls below expectations, you have grounds for a lawsuit to seek compensation. That is compounded if the shoddy work injures someone. If you suffer construction defect harm in Mount Dora, call us for compassionate and focused advocacy.
When construction defects injure others, they are entitled to economic and non-economic compensatory damages. Economic damages can be calculated, such as medical bills, property damage, and the wages you will lose while recuperating. Non-economic damages are the price tag a jury assigns to subjective losses, such as the losses of emotional stability, living pain-free, and enjoying life. The jury could also consider how much future lost wages are worth. Someone in Mount Dora who is injured due to a construction-related defect can speak with a lawyer for help in calculating all potential damages.
Contracting a licensed construction professional gives you some peace of mind that you have recourse if the job is not done properly. Although we will negotiate settlements with insurers and construction companies, we also understand the value of your injuries and will fight in court to get you the most compensation possible.
There is no excuse a professional can make for doing shoddy construction work. Forgetting to cordon off a dangerous site or to warn passersby with the proper signage is negligent. Using substandard material that violates city, county, and state codes is negligent, as is designing or constructing a building that collapses because of poor planning. If you are involved in construction defect injuries in Mount Dora, our attorneys are ready to seek justice for you.
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