Top 5 Causes Leading To Construction Defect Litigation

The five most common causes of construction defect litigation are design defects, substandard materials, workmanship defects, code violations, and subsurface defects. Because these flaws can compromise a building’s integrity, functionality, or safety, they frequently lead to disputes involving multiple parties and high financial stakes. Key takeaways:

• Several legal theories, including negligence, breach of contract, breach of warranty, fraud, and strict liability, can support construction defect claims.
• Liability may extend to contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, suppliers, manufacturers, and insurers.
• Damages can include repair costs, diminished property value, relocation expenses, and attorneys’ fees.