Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ The insured was a state turnpike commission. The turnpike was undergoing a highway expansion project and throughout the course of the project rainwater runoff diverted to property owners, allegedly causing sediment and debris to damage to natural spring water. In addition, the pumping of fly ash and grout into abandoned coal mines to […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ A city was directed by the Regional Quality Water Board to detect the source and extent of Perchloroethylene (PCE) and Trichloroethylene (TCE) contamination in sewer piping which was detected under several major roadways. The city conducted a costly environmental site investigation and provided a report to the Water Board about a likely historic […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ When a plant was opening for first shift, a spill of chemicals was discovered around plastic tubing used in its manufacturing process. When the tubing had been installed, it operated properly, with compatible chemicals successfully flowing through the tubing. After an investigation of the spill was conducted, it was determined that the plastic […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ A company leased a hydraulic boom lift for a construction project. The lift was stationed and sat vacant at the job site for two weeks. When the lift was moved, they discovered that the diesel fuel tank had been leaking onto the ground, contaminating the surrounding soil. Authorities were notified, requiring an investigation […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ A contractor for a PERC dry cleaner installed a ventilation fan system in its vapor barrier room. The ventilation fan was intended to collect vapor and exhaust it through the stack above the building, relieving dense buildup. The fan was installed correctly; however, due to an alleged manufacturing error, the fan malfunctioned. Unfortunately, […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ The manufacturer of a rubber piping sealant was named as a defendant in a lawsuit. It was alleged that at a site where its product was used, liquid toxic chemicals seeped from the manufacturing equipment. As a result of the chemical seep, the toxic discharge migrated into the soil and groundwater outside of […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ A mechanical contractor recently installed a HVAC system in an assisted living facility. The system was improperly installed, which caused mold growth in a number of residences. The facility was forced to relocate several patients during the repair of the system, and renovate the moldy building materials. A claim for cleanup costs and […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ Two years after the completion of new high school, it was determined that the window system was allowing water to infiltrate the building. Significant mold damage was discovered. The installation fault and cost to remediate was shared by the general contractor and manufacturer. The sub-contractor who installed the windows was no longer in […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ A few years after construction of the upscale apartment community, tenants complained about discovering mold in the bathrooms. Several tenants moved and filed claims for alleged bodily injury and property damage. An extensive investigation revealed that construction defects associated with shower installation caused severe water intrusion and moisture build-up. Damages to the property […]

Source: https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/ A contractor was hanging new drywall during a renovation project, when an employee accidentally drilled through a small water pipe located behind the wall. The drywall contractor did not realize the water leak occurred, resulting in a substantial amount of mold growth between the walls. The drywall contractor was held responsible for cleanup […]

Source: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/, March 13, 2025 By: Caroline Wilburn More than a dozen employees hurt last week in an ammonia leak at a Bay City chemical plant are suing over injuries they blame on company negligence, according to a lawsuit filed this week. The lawsuit represents 13 contract workers who say they were exposed to harmful fumes on […]

Source: https://www.mercurynews.com/, March 10, 2025 By: Katie Lauer A “toxic plume” at a gas station on Mt. Diablo Boulevard has contaminated the neighborhood’s air and soil, according to a February legal complaint filed by the former owner of an eco-friendly dry cleaning business next door. The complaint claims that regional environmental agencies failed to hold […]