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Articles Tagged with ''liability''

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Cambios legales

Corte Suprema de Texas revoca fallo millonario contra contratista en proyecto de roofing

Un proyecto de reemplazo de techo en un complejo de apartamentos en San Antonio dio origen a un caso que llegó hasta la Corte Suprema de Texas, luego de que un contratista independiente sufriera una caída de aproximadamente 30 pies mientras realizaba trabajos de roofing.
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Tanja Kern
July 12, 2026
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La decisión revocó un fallo millonario contra el contratista general del proyecto y podría influir en futuros litigios sobre la responsabilidad de los contratistas generales cuando trabajan con contratistas independientes en proyectos de roofing.


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Legal Watch

Texas High Court Tosses $4.3M Verdict in Roofer Fall Case

Texas Supreme Court says independent contractors cannot use a key exception to recover for injuries caused by open and obvious jobsite hazards
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Tanja Kern
July 7, 2026
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A Texas Supreme Court ruling overturns a $4.3M verdict and clarifies liability for roofing contractors working around open fall hazards.


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Commercial Roofing

Best Practices for Commercial Roofing Installations

Roofing contractors should always follow installation best practices on commercial roof projects, especially as they pertain to high-performance systems.
Tanner Duer
November 27, 2025
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Commercial roof failures — especially leaks — can often be traced back to installation errors, and open liability concerns for contractors. Check out these best practices for commercial roofing installations. 


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Why and for How Long am I Liable?

Understanding liability in roofing before and after the warranty period is not always as simple as it sounds
Leanne Prybylski
February 11, 2025
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Measuring and limiting your liability as a roofing contractor is paramount to overall business success, as are understanding your obligations before and after the warranty period.


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Techos y Mas

Esenciales del Seguro para Contratistas de Techo

Protegiendo tu negocio contra los riesgos de la industria
Dennis Verheijde, national sales manager at Affordable Contractors Insurance.
Dennis Verheijde
January 11, 2025
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Los contratistas de techado enfrentan altos riesgos; Dennis Verheijde de Affordable Contractors Insurance ofrece un desglose sencillo de los tipos de pólizas que necesita para mantener sus finanzas bajo control y cumplir con la ley.
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Business Insurance Review

Insurance Essentials for Roofing Contractors

Safeguarding your business against industry risks
Dennis Verheijde, national sales manager at Affordable Contractors Insurance.
Dennis Verheijde
December 19, 2024
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Roofing contractors face high risks; Dennis Verheijde of Affordable Contractors Insurance offers an uncomplicated breakdown of the types of policies you need to keep your finances in check and remain compliant with the law.


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Are Blanket Safety Rules for Roofers a Good Idea?

Controls implemented to reduce hazards must not only be feasible, they also can’t create a greater threat
Tammy Clark
Tammy Clark
May 10, 2024
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Industry trends show a rise in 'blanket safety measures' by contractors, risking greater hazards; understanding roles is crucial to avoid such risks and educating on safety principles is vital.
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Legal Insights

Video: Rooftop Drainage and Design

Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
December 4, 2023
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In this brief video, RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney warns that a common problem roofing contractors can often overlook is proper drainage on the roofs they replace. Here’s how to limit your liability.


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Liability Lawsuit

Jury Awards Texas Family $3.1M in Toxic Home Case

Builder, roofing and heating contractors found liable in negligence case; punitive damages awarded against HVAC firm
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
August 18, 2023
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A Texas jury awarded an Austin family $3.1 million after finding a residential homebuilder, roofing contractor, and HVAC contractor negligent in constructing a house that led to toxic mold growth due to poor design and construction.


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VIDEO: Statute of Limitations and Roofing Claims

November 18, 2022
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Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, provides what contractors should research when it comes to determining whether they’re still open to claims following a job.


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