CDJ Video Channel

The CDJ Video Channel, featured on the Construction Defect Journal website, serves as an archive of prior CDJ video postings. This channel provides in-depth video content, including expert interviews, industry discussions, and case study analyses, all designed to enhance the understanding of complex construction-related issues. By offering visual insights and professional commentary, the CDJ Video Channel supports legal and risk professionals, contractors, and stakeholders in staying informed and effectively managing construction defect claims and litigation.

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Homeowner Plans to Sue Over Bear That Won't Leave

In an exclusive interview with KTLA’s Jillian Smukler, he revealed plans to sue the California Department of Fish and Wildlife after being told the state will no longer help.

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Georgia Family Went Out Looking at Christmas Lights. When They Came Back, Their Home Was Gone.

A Carroll County family is struggling this Christmas after a raging fire destroyed their new home while they were out enjoying the holiday, WSB-TV News reported.

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California Supreme Court Upholds Public Access to Rio Del Mar Beach Walkway

California Supreme Court upholds public access to Rio Del Mar Beach walkway, KSBW Action News 8 reported.



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CA Homeowner Stuck With $50K Bill After Neighbor's Tree Falls on Her House

A tree falls on your property, except... it's not your tree. It's technically on your neighbor's property. Yet, as a Castro Valley woman found out, she was stuck with the headache and the bill.

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There's a Fire Burning in the Walls of this Toronto Apartment Complex

Toronto fire crews are trying to put out what's being called one of the most complex fires in the city's history, one that’s been smouldering for days in the particle board between the walls of two connected apartment towers, CBC News: The National reported.

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Protect Your Money with a Contractor's Affidavit: What to Know

Home improvements are expensive – it’s why protecting your money when you hire a contractor matters. Sasha Jones is on your side, showing you a simple step that could add protection and transparency to the process, NBC 6 South Florida News reported.



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Judge Orders Demolition of Nearly $2.2 Million Duplex After Builder Violated HOA Rules

Right before Thanksgiving, a Hamilton County judge sided with the WatersEdge Owners’ Association and ordered MHM Investment Group to demolish a multimillion-dollar waterfront duplex.

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LA County Contractor Accused of Defrauding Families in Remodeling Projects

Two families claim a contractor took hundreds of thousands of dollars for home remodeling projects but failed to finish any of the work. Lauren Pozen reports.

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Fire Crews Respond to Reported Home Explosion in SoCal

AIR7 video from above the scene shows a brick fence along the driveway still on fire, plus the debris and destruction from the possible explosion, ABC7 News reported.