As outdoor living spaces increase in popularity, many homeowners and contractors are adding decks to their homes after the initial construction and without proper permits or consideration for code requirements, which may lead to deck failures.

Rimkus Property experts like James Brawley, Senior Property Practice Leader, and Wes Jordan, Vice President, Property Practice, are often tasked with investigating such accidents and determining the cause of the failures. Recently for Property Casualty 360, James and Wes shared a look into the investigation of deck failure claims and the significant risks they involve. Read the full article.