Over $1,400,000 Obtained on Behalf of a Homeowner with Toxic Mold From Faulty...
Multiple subcontractors were held responsible for construction defects such as water intrusion, degradation within the exterior and interior walls, faulty doors and windows improperly installed, high...
View Article$3,500,000 Obtained From Bankrupt Contractor and Subcontractors on Behalf of...
Construction defects within seven condominium buildings resulted in severe water intrusion. Hayes Law secured payment for damages that were the direct result of the now bankrupt developer, contractor...
View ArticleOver $2,000,000 Obtained on Behalf of Homeowner in a Bad Faith Case*
Even with sufficient documentation, an insurer refused to pay a South Carolina homeowner’s claim for toxic mold. After an extended dispute, the mold spread even further, resulting in the eventual...
View Article$8,200,000 Obtained on Behalf of Housing Non-profit*
$8,200,000 obtained on behalf of a non-profit that provides housing for the low income, elderly and disabled whose buildings contained numerous construction defects and toxic mold.Settlement was...
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John Hayes Discusses Father’s Legacy
John Hayes has always had a passion for the law. Growing up in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Hayes’ father served as the chief administrative judge for South Carolina’s 16th Judicial Circuit, and his...
View Article5 Signs You May Have Structural Issues in Your Home
CracksLeaking Windows/StainsDoors not opening or closing properlyGrading and DrainageLatent Defects - (Fault that may not have been discovered in the inspection of the home.)If you believe that you...
View ArticleConstruction Defect Q&As
Hayes Law is pleased to offer a Q&A on construction defect issues for realtors in the Charleston area. Here are issues to be aware of in the home buying and selling process: How to approach a...
View ArticleWhat is the meaning of construction defect?
Simply defined, construction defect means faulty construction. Construction defect cases may include water intrusion and leaking buildings, window problems, roof and building issues, electrical...
View ArticleJohn Hayes Named Among South Carolina’s Leaders in Law*
Hayes Law is pleased to announce John Hayes is named among the top Leaders in Law in South Carolina for 2017. Hayes was nominated for his outstanding leadership in the field of construction defect law,...
View ArticleNina Meola Joins Hayes Law
Hayes Law is pleased to welcome Nina Meola as an attorney to the practice. Nina is committed to representing individuals involved in construction litigation, victims of bad faith insurance practices,...
View ArticleCharleston Construction Defects Firm Hayes Law Helps Settle $11.6 Million...
Owners of a residential condominium in Berkeley County, SC built in 2005 and debilitated by construction defects dating almost to its initial completion, have settled with developers and contractors...
View ArticleDon’t Sit on Your Rights Under Construction Law
Perhaps you moved into a new-build home a year ago, and you've learned that your foundation is unstable, or maybe you hired a contractor to redo your master bathroom, and now you are experiencing...
View ArticleHow New HOA Laws Help You as a Homeowner
American Homeowners’ Associations (HOA) formed in the mid-1960s with the purpose of managing and maintaining communities and the homes within those communities. HOA bylaws can place limitations on what...
View ArticleIf my contractor went out of business, can I still sue them?
If you discovered a construction defect after moving into a new home or having work done, and the company who did the work has filed for bankruptcy or gone out of business, you may think there is...
View ArticleMold in Your Home? Discuss Your Case with a Construction Lawyer
Here in South Carolina, mold can be a common problem faced by homeowners. Sometimes it is simply the natural result of our humid weather. In other cases, however, mold is the result of water intrusion...
View ArticleDamages in a Charleston Water Intrusion Claim
Water intrusion can quickly cause expensive problems in any type of home. Whether you live in a condo, a detached colonial home, a large ranch, or any other type of property, the effects of water...
View ArticleWhat is Bad Faith in Construction?
Construction contracts can get incredibly detailed and confusing. It is common for mistakes to be made - especially if neither party is using an attorney. But what happens when the error is more than...
View ArticleDo You Need a Lawyer to Resolve Your Contractor Dispute?
As many unfortunate homeowners learn, it is not uncommon to have a dispute with your contractor. South Carolina homeowners face a series of challenges, such as mold, water intrusion, construction...
View ArticleWhat to Do If Your Insurance Carrier Denies a Business Interruption Claim Due...
Business interruption insurance is a lifeline for owners of any type of business. In the wake of the unexpected COVID-19 pandemic, many business owners are filing claims with their business...
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