Vernon files lawsuit against three companies, claiming negligent work
The City of Vernon is suing three companies for negligence related to defects in homes on Blackcomb Way.Summary
The City of Vernon has filed a lawsuit against Canadian Builders Inc., Horizon Geotechnical, and 460045 B.C. L.T.D. in the Supreme Court of BC, seeking to avoid liability in a larger home-defect lawsuit brought by Aviva Insurance on behalf of homeowners. The city alleges that the defects, including structural and geotechnical failures, are the result of negligence in excavation, engineering, and construction performed by the three companies. Vernon claims the companies had a duty of care to the homeowners, were aware of the potential for damage from improper work, and failed to meet professional standards. Aviva Insurance has already paid out claims related to the defects and is now pursuing legal action to recover those funds. The defendants have 35 days to respond to the lawsuit, and all have previously worked with the City of Vernon on other projects.
(Source：Castanet)