Maslon Partner David Suchar Co-Authors Insurance Chapter in 2021 Edition of ABA's Construction Defects

Maslon Partner David Suchar served as lead co-author for the insurance chapter in the newly released Construction Defects, Second Edition, published by the American Bar Association. The chapter, "Insurance Coverage for Negligent Construction and Defective Design," covers the commercial general liability policy, construction defect claims, and professional liability insurance policies, among other topics. The first edition was published almost a decade ago.

Attorneys Jevon Bindman and Peter Doely provided research and drafting assistance in the effort.

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David, a partner in Maslon's Litigation Group, is a skilled trial attorney and former federal prosecutor who regularly represents clients in construction and insurance coverage disputes, government and internal investigations, and a variety of commercial litigation. Who's Who Legal has consistently ranked David as one of the top three under-45 construction lawyers in the United States (2019-21), describing him in their annual "Future Leaders" guide as "an impressive trial lawyer whose practice spans the spectrum of construction matters from insurance to payment claims." Chambers USA published client commentary describing David's strengths as "mastery of insurance, understanding the construction industry, exceptional writing skills and aggressive negotiation." David has developed a niche national practice representing commercial policyholders in insurance coverage disputes, including on many of the largest construction projects and claims across the United States.

Jevon focuses his work on construction, insurance coverage, and appellate litigation as well as general commercial matters. He has taken numerous complex matters to jury verdict, and helps both Fortune 500 companies and "mom and pop" operations to navigate all phases of the litigation process.

Peter is a business litigator focused on resolving construction and insurance coverage disputes. He provides practical advice to help his clients navigate all phases of their construction projects, from contract negotiations to asserting or defending claims.