BUILDER'S RISK/COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION

 Builder’s Risk/Course of Construction Claims demand immediate attention because work is in progress, and Contracts govern expectations in performance and design. We have experience working with all types of contracted parties and can cater to various interests. We are experienced in working within the confines of the prevailing Contracts and their progress at the Time of Loss. Our multi-disciplined staff of professionals experienced in the construction industry has expertise in prevailing contracts, progress at the time of loss, scheduling, and construction management.

 Time is of the essence when it comes to First-Party Property Loss assignments. Damage Assessment and Scope of Repairs, as well as the Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) preparation, are typically covered within the first 24 hours. Depending on the assignment, we are sensitive to Code/Ordinance compliance and consider Business Interruption/Extra Expense aspects during our assessments. To facilitate repairs or prepare bid documents, we undertake designs and provide Clerk of the Works monitoring for both the Restoration and Clean-up phases and during the repair process. From initial Construction Audits through to final negotiations, DBL stays involved.

DBL is happy to represent both the Plaintiff and the Defendants. Our Construction Managers, Specialty Trade Contractors, licensed General Contractors, Engineers, Architects, Roofing Consultants, and Mechanical/Plumbing/Electrical Engineers can provide fault analysis and cost mitigation strategies for any Construction Defect litigation parties.

Our Forensic Architects, Civil/Structural Engineers, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, and Construction Consultants have significant experience assisting with forensic investigations involving various projects, including Personal Injuries, Building Codes, Construction, and Slip-Trip-Fall accidents. We also provide litigation support and Expert Witness Testimony.

 DBL has many Design Professionals and Construction Consultants with experience in Property Loss. Our team members are qualified to act as either Appraisers or Umpires when parties choose to exercise their rights under the Appraisal Clause. While the primary purpose is to establish value, we understand the dynamics of the value as it relates to the full scope and overall methodology. 

 Since our inception, Insurance Property Adjusters have relied on our ability to staff, mobilize, and regulate potentially chaotic scenarios. Our CAT plan lets us assess and predict repairs efficiently and accurately. By working on hundreds of events, from earthquakes to hurricanes to ice storms and tornadoes, we’ve gained valuable experience. With offices in Chicago and Orlando and the ability to service even the most remote locations in South America, Thailand, Africa, and Russia, DBL is confident in our ability to make practical impacts.