Articles
I Have Construction Defects? How Did My Home Ever Pass Inspection?
This article addresses the oft-asked questions regarding home inspection and construction defects, and more fully explains the building process to better understand the building inspector’s role in new construction.
Ten Steps That May Save Your Family’s Life
Carbon monoxide: Ten steps that may save your family’s life.
Colorado’s Mechanics’ Lien Trust Fund Statute: Robbing Peter to pay Paul might land you in jail
Is your general contracting firm compliant with Colorado’s Mechanics’ Lien Trust Fund Statute? Do you even know what the Mechanics’ Lien Trust Fund Statute is? You cannot afford to not know.
Ten Tips for Hiring a Contractor
Whether you are considering a small remodeling project or a large condominium reconstruction, here are ten tips you should consider when selecting and hiring a contractor.
Additional Insured and Insured Contract Liability Insurance Coverage for General Contractors
General contractors often obtain liability insurance coverage under the policies of their subcontractors through either additional insured endorsements or by way of insured contracts. Recent Colorado legislation impacts the ability of general contractors to obtain these policy benefits.
Courtroom Calculations
The Denver Business Journal recently identified the Heritage Village case as one of the largest reported settlements of 2006. Although the Journal’s figure was low by almost half—the homeowners’ gross recovery was actually over $6 million—the settlement nevertheless made the Journal’s list of the top ten recoveries for the year.
Difficulties in the Dirt
Shifting soils at FlatIron Crossing’s village cause struggles, closures.
Do HOAs Receive Implied Warranty of Habitability?
Do Colorado HOAs receive an implied warranty of habitability? (as appeared in the Colorado Real Estate Journal)
Benson & Associates Firm Profile
This is a profile of Benson & Associates that appeared in the July/August 2005 issue of CAI Southern Colorado Chapter’s journal, Take a Peak at CAI.
Good and Bad Builders Identified
This article appeared in the March/April 2006 issue of Take a Peak at CAI.
The Warranty of Habitability in Nevada
In a state that is experiencing the largest population growth in the country and a corresponding construction boom, the warranty of habitability provides an important protection to homebuyers.
Mold: Is There A Hidden Fungus Among Us?
Awareness of the existence of mold and its potential adverse affects on health are increasingly becoming known throughout the country.
Owners of Uptown Condos Plagued By Mold Win Judgment
Benson & Associates receives a $2.6 judgment for the owners of Uptown condos plagued by mold. Article appeared in the Rocky Mountain News, November 3, 2004.
Restrictions on Satellite Dishes in Homeowners Associations
In passing the Telecommunications Act of 1996, Congress prohibited any restriction that impairs the installation, maintenance, or use of antennas used to receive video programming. Accordingly, associations must permit the use of satellite dishes, but can impose reasonable restrictions on their use.
S.B. 100—Summary of Changes
Summary of changes to S.B. 100.
What Are Expansive Soils?
Each year in the United States, expansive soils cause $2.3 billion in damage to houses, other buildings, roads, pipelines, and other structures. This is more than twice the damage from floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes combined.