Structurial Failure Attorney

Structurial Failure Information for Colorado Contractors

Even before a building is constructed, there are numerous professionals involved in the process. Engineers, designers, product and materials manufacturers and distributors all have a crucial role to play in the construction of a building. When the foundation or structural components of that building fail, everyone involved in the construction process is potentially to blame. As a result, construction companies and contractors often find themselves embroiled in complex legal battles in an attempt to determine the exact cause of the structural failure and ultimately, who is responsible.

Unfortunately, there are many causes for structural failure including:

• poor workmanship

• improper design

• foundation systems that are improperly constructed or used improperly

• inadequate use of materials including placing too heavy a load on improper materials, using materials for which they were not designed for and use of the wrong materials

• soil and materials issues

• construction defects including but not limited to improper assembly of wood frame trusses, windows and doors, insulation or vapor barriers, foundation cracks, HVAC defects, water infiltration, roofing, landscaping, and various manufacturing or product defects

• forces of nature

When the structure of a building fails, there may be many parties ultimately responsible for its failure. During this time of high stress and anxiety, contractors, construction companies, subcontractors and engineers can easily become caught up in numerous cross-claims as various parties try to deny responsibility. An experienced construction litigation attorney will need to employ expert witnesses, engineers, geologists and forensic teams in order to accurately determine all the factors that contributed to the failure of the structure. In addition to determining responsibility and minimizing your company's liability, your attorney will be able to represent your company through all aspects of the litigation process, including arbitration.

Our construction litigation attorneys can protect your interests and minimize your liability, even before you are involved in a construction lawsuit. By providing thorough risk management services, we can help our clients avoid lengthy legal battles. Construction contract agreements are meticulously drafted in order to protect your company's interests and minimize your risks before disaster strikes.

At the Law Office of Jeffrey A. Knoll, our experienced construction litigation attorneys have successfully represented owners, general contractors, subcontractors, insurers, suppliers, manufacturers, engineers and designers during all phases of the litigation process, including mediation and arbitration. If your company is involved in the structural failure of a building, contact a construction litigation attorney immediately to minimize your liability and ensure that your company's interests are fully protected.

Colorado construction lawyer Jeffery A. Knoll is committed to resolving issues related to structurial failures. If you have questions about protecting yourself or your company from costly construction litigation our law firm can help. Your initial consultation is always free. We are Colorado’s construction litigation law firm. Call today at (303) 985-1185.