Key Ruling: Contractor’s Duty of Care and Insurer Liability for Flooding Damage
An important Israeli court ruling clarifies the duty of care that building contractors owe to property owners and the extent of insurer liability when flooding damage occurs during or after construction. This ruling is particularly relevant to property owners who have suffered flooding damage linked to construction activities.
The court established that contractors must take reasonable precautions to prevent flooding during construction, and that insurers may be jointly liable when policies cover construction-related flooding events. Contact Lev-Taieb Law Office for expert guidance.
