California Expands the Duty of Professional Consultants

Professional consultants and sub-consultants provide essential services to a Project during its planning, design, construction, and acceptance. In some jurisdictions, they enjoy protections from liability for “economic losses” if they are not in a contract with the person or entity claiming damages for the consultant’s negligence. On the other hand, consultants are often held accountable for negligence where personal injury or property damages result from the negligence.     Read more……….

Editor

Recent Posts

Q&A: Signs, Signs, Everywhere a Sign (MA)

Q. As election season approaches, I am anticipating—in light of the current divisive nature of…

22 mins ago

Experts say lack of condo-building comes down to risk, returns (UT)

Developers aren’t building condos in Utah because of design constraints, equity investment issues and the…

28 mins ago

ManorLane Launches Landlord and HOA Review Platform for Renters & Tenants

ManorLane, a cutting-edge platform designed to empower tenants through landlord ratings and review channels, makes…

33 mins ago

What You Need To Know About HO6 Insurance

Life in a townhome offers a vibrant blend of community and convenience but just like…

35 mins ago

Is it Possible to Contest Assessments by Co-Op and Condo Boards? (NY)

Co-op shareholders and condo unit-owners dread the news that their board is levying an assessment…

36 mins ago