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Construction defects have grown into one of the most active areas of litigation in the United States. This, the fifth volume, of the multi-volume series is the newest addition to Barry Zalma's insurance claims books that thoroughly explain how to identify construction defects, how to insure, investigate, prosecute, and defend cases that result from construction defect claims. Written by nationally-renowned expert, Barry Zalma, Construction Defects & Insurance is designed to help property owners, developers, builders, contractors, subcontractors, insurers, lenders, risk managers and lawyers avoid construction litigation, confidently and rapidly resolve claims associated with construction defect issues, or litigate construction defect litigation. Construction Defects & Insurance addresses a wide range of topics associated with this escalating and expensive problem. As you read through the various volumes and pages, you will find comprehensive insights into: -The construction process -Risks to be managed -What is required in an application for insurance protecting the insured against the risks of loss anticipated from construction -How to acquire the correct and complete construction insurance -How insurers underwrite against construction defect claims -How insurers decide to insure/not insure -Confronting losses caused by construction defects -Litigation or alternative dispute resolution of construction defect claims Barry Zalma, has more than 50 years' practical experience in this area. He is a highly sought after consultant and insurance claims handling expert witness nationally. Thorough, yet practical, this series of books form the ideal guide for any professional who works in or frequently interacts with the construction industry, construction defect insurance or the legal practice. Claims professionals, risk managers, producers, underwriters, attorneys (both plaintiff and defense), and business owners will benefit greatly from the multiple volumes. It is also the perfect resource for insurance educators, trainers, and students whose role requires an understanding of construction defect law and construction insurance law. As you read through the various volumes of Construction Defects and Insurance, you will find comprehensive-yet comprehensible-coverage of key topics. This, the fifth volume of Construction Defects & Insurance, includes materials concerning the Tort of Bad Faith as it relates to construction defect claims and suits.

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