Oct 19, 202638 minS1
Forensic architect Chris Ling joins the show to talk about building envelope defects. Chris is the National Lead for Forensics at Vertex. He has written reports in more than 1,500 construction cases, amounting to $2...
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The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast
Hosted by Chris Rhody · education · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Insights from experienced litigators, experts and industry professionals on the real issues driving construction defect claims today. The show is hosted by Chris Rhody, whose 29-year career was exclusively as a construction defect trial attorney, handling hundreds of cases for both defendants and plaintiffs. Chris now has a mediation practice devoted solely to CD cases.
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What is The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast about?
Insights from experienced litigators, experts and industry professionals on the real issues driving construction defect claims today. The show is hosted by Chris Rhody, whose 29-year career was exclusively as a construction defect trial attorney, handling hundreds of cases for both defendants and plaintiffs. Chris now has a mediation practice devoted solely to CD cases.
Who hosts The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast?
The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast is hosted by Chris Rhody. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
What has The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Building Envelope Failures: The Most Litigated Defects" (19 October 2026, 38 minutes), "Your Case’s Most Important Document: The Mediation Brief" (5 October 2026, 24 minutes), and "Winning the Insured's Coverage Battle" (21 September 2026, 26 minutes).
How often does The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast publish?
The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast?
Booking probability for The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast?
The strongest fits for The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast are Law & Legal Services. The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast has an education audience.
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Chris Rhody hosts The Construction Defect Litigation Podcast, an education podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 5, 202624 minS1
There’s only one piece of persuasive writing you’re going to need in virtually every CD case — a mediation brief. It’s arguably the most important lawyer-generated document in the case. You may never need a motion for...
Episode #11
Winning the Insured's Coverage Battle
Sep 21, 202626 minS1In construction defect litigation, insurance coverage shapes everything from defense strategy, to settlement, to who ultimately pays the claim. In this episode, host Chris Rhody and Clapp Moroney partner and 26-year...
- Sep 7, 202648 minS1
Construction defect litigation rarely involves just two parties. Owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, insurers, and product manufacturers may all play a role. In this episode...
Episode #9
Construction Defect Jury Trials
Aug 24, 202638 minS1Many construction defect cases settle before reaching a courtroom, but those that go to trial present a unique challenge: explaining highly technical construction issues to jurors with no construction background...
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- Aug 10, 202629 minS1
In this episode, I sit down with Rick Seely a partner with Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney in Los Angeles to discuss selecting expert witnesses. Rick has over 30 years of experience handling complex construction...
- Jul 27, 202642 minS1
High-Rise construction defect cases are the most complex, high-dollar case types in our industry. They present unique challenges from design and construction issues to expert investigations and litigation strategy. In...
- Jul 13, 202641 minS1
<p>Wrap insurance programs can dramatically affect the outcome of construction defect claims, yet many attorneys, builders, and contractors struggle to fully understand how these policies operate in practice.</p><p>In...
- Jul 13, 202641 minS1
Wrap insurance programs can dramatically affect the outcome of construction defect claims, yet many attorneys, builders, and contractors struggle to fully understand how these policies operate in practice. In this...
- Jun 29, 202637 minS1
<p>Not every construction defect case is worth taking. Before accepting engagement, plaintiff attorneys must decide whether a case justifies the substantial investment of time, money, and firm resources—with no...
- Jun 29, 202637 minS1
Not every construction defect case is worth taking. Before accepting engagement, plaintiff attorneys must decide whether a case justifies the substantial investment of time, money, and firm resources—with no guarantee...
Episode #4
The Coverage Conversation: Construction Defect Insurance for Plaintiff and Defense Attorneys
Jun 15, 202643 minS1<p>Aon Managing Director of National Construction & Infrastructure Mike Roark joins to give a deep dive into Construction Defect Insurance. This is a rare opportunity to learn from a 35-year insurance brokerage veteran...
Episode #3
The Notice of Claim Process
Jun 1, 202643 minS1<p>26-year construction defect litigation veteran Joe Smith of Burg Simpson joins to discuss the Notice of Claim Process. Joe's experience in multiple states, together with his unique perspective as a licensed architect...
- May 18, 202628 minS1
<p>An in-depth discussion of the Statute of Limitations and the Statute of Repose as applied in construction defect cases with 11-year litigator Kirsten Kube of Fox Rothschild. The episode explains the differences...
Episode #1
Mediating v. Litigating the CD Case
May 4, 202621 minS1<p>In this episode, 29-year construction defect litigation veteran and current construction defect-only mediator Chris Rhody breaks down the benefits and risks associated with mediating versus litigating a complex...
- May 4, 202620 minS1
<p>This episode takes an in-depth look at the risk and benefits associated with mediating versus litigating a construction defect case. This includes a cost comparison and a cautionary tale from an actual case. </p>
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associate editor at Fast Company, Long Beach Community Design Center
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David McLain
construction defect defense attorney, Higgins, Hopkins, McLain & Roswell, LLC
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Former Engineer at Black Diamond Equipment & Avid Telemark Skier, International Evangelistic Women Workers Inc.
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