Construction Defect Cases

Examples of Complex Cases in which experts at Litigation Economics have provided analyses and testimony include the following:

Gateway Apartment Partners, LP vs. DEVCON, et al. A complex case involving damages to a large apartment complex arising from water intrusion and related problems. Analysis consisted of estimating rental revenue loss due to concessions and above-normal vacancies and costs of temporarily relocating tenants, many with low incomes, while reconstruction was to take place. In addition, provided critique of plaintiff’s damages claims in terms of scope, assumptions and methods. Retained by John Riddle, counsel for Defendants, LaMore, Brazier, Riddle & Giampaoli, San Jose, California.

City of Pinole and Redevelop Agency of the City of Pinole vs. Community Housing Assistance Partners, et al. A complex case involving construction defects to a 90 bed assisted living facility, one-third of whom suffered from dementia. Damages arose from repairs and reconstruction and associated operational changes as extensive repairs would be made. Relocation of tenants and office operations were key issues. Retained by Terence J. O’Hara, counsel for Defendants, Bustamante, O’Hara & Gagliasso, San Jose, California.

Daniel Silverie III, Inc. vs. Armor Co. A case involving construction defects to a 282 unit apartment complex in Oakland, California. Damages included rent loss due to vacancies and concessions, interest on construction loan, inability to increase rent rates during disruption, above-expected marketing and turnover costs, and additional professional expenses. Retained by Lena Louis, counsel for Plaintiff, Manly, McGuire & Stewart, Newport Beach, California.

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