Risk
Legal and Regulatory

Builder’s Risk Coverage—Language Matters

Builders’ risk policies generally include exclusions for faulty design, materials and workmanship, but the exact language used in the policy matters.
By Brian Hearst
June 4, 2019
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Risk
Legal and Regulatory
by Brian Hearst
With more than 30 years of experience, Brian Hearst works with construction clients on complex risk and insurance programs in Lockton’s Mountain West operations, which includes Seattle, Denver, Phoenix and Las Vegas. Lockton is a global professional services firm that specializes in risk management, employee benefits and retirement services. Through this expertise, Lockton helps clients protect their most valuable assets – their people, property and reputation.

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