Building codes are consistently underestimated during settlement of property claims; this leads to unexpected cost and delays in settlement. Understanding the complex landscape of American building codes will help insurance professionals make more timely and informed decisions.

Description

This presentation showcases a series of case studies that demonstrate common hurdles encountered with building officials and experts working for the insureds.

Our presenter Ruchika Kaur will cover:

• A brief history of American codes
• Common code issues
• Actionable recommendations.

Ruchika Kaur is a forensic engineer in Thornton Tomasetti’s Western US Region. Her experience includes damage assessment of existing facilities, remedial design for failed structures, evaluation of construction defects, and building envelope assessments. She has performed seismic assessments in Chile, Mexico, and New Zealand where she investigated hundreds of earthquake-damaged buildings. She has worked with both plaintiffs and defense teams, and has extensive experience in the insurance industry.

There are only 40 places for in-person attendance and these are on a first-come and first-serve basis.

Speakers

• Ruchika Kaur , Associate Principal, Thornton Tomasetti

Audience

Underwriters, modellers and claims handlers. Anyone with an interest in property classes of business.