COMMONLY USED TERMINOLOGY - CONSTRUCTION DEFECT LITIGATION
The following is a list of construction components often encountered within the context of construction defect litigation. The specific terminology or jargon utilized by construction industry consultants requires a measure of familiarity by legal counsel to avoid a misappropriation or misrepresentation of the work product in question. The construction terminology to be presented in this seminar will inform, educate and make legal counsel more fluent the language of the construction industry. The knowledge acquired through attending this seminar will promote a better comprehension of construction industry terminology as found within contract language, as indicated within job-file correspondence or as offered in deposition or trial testimony by construction consultants.
ROOFS
- Steep Slope Roof Materials
- Steep Slope Tile Roof Components
- Steep Slope Asphalt Shingle Roof Components
- Low Slope Roof Components
- Metal Flashing Components
- Roofing Penetrations – by Type
- Roofing Penetration Components
- Chimney Components
EXTERIOR WALLS & OPENINGS
- Exterior Finish Materials – Components
- 3-Coat Stucco Assembly
- 1-Coat Stucco Assembly
- Exterior Insulation Finishing System (EIFS)
- Stucco Components
- Stucco Wall Penetrations
- Hardboard Siding
- Stone Veneer
- Exterior Flashing Components
- Exterior Doors – by Type
- Windows – by Component
- Windows – by Type
- Window Installation Components
- Sliding Glass Doors – by Component
DECK ASSEMBLIES
- Elastomeric Membrane / Waterproof Deck Coat System
- Concrete Topping Slab
- Ceramic Tile / Stone Surfaced Decks
- Wood Decks