Legal Case Summary

Home Buyers Warranty Corp. v. Lois Hanna


Date Argued: Tue Mar 18 2014
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591273
Judges:J. Harvie Wilkinson III, Diana Gribbon Motz, Albert Diaz
Duration: 49 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Home Buyers Warranty Corp. v. Lois Hanna** **Docket Number: 2591273** **Court:** [Specify the court, e.g., District Court of [State]] **Year:** [Specify the year of the ruling] **Facts:** This case involves a dispute between Home Buyers Warranty Corp. (hereinafter "HBW") and Lois Hanna regarding the warranty coverage provided for residential construction defects. Lois Hanna, as the plaintiff, purchased a home covered by HBW’s warranty program. Following the purchase, Hanna discovered significant defects in the home that she contended were covered under the terms of the warranty. **Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case are whether the defects identified by Hanna fall within the scope of the warranty and whether HBW can be held liable for failing to address the necessary repairs in a timely manner. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff’s Argument (Lois Hanna):** Hanna argued that the defects, which included issues related to plumbing, electrical wiring, and structural integrity, should be covered under the warranty provided by HBW. She contended that she reported these issues promptly and that HBW's failure to remedy the defects constituted a breach of contract and justified her claim for damages. - **Defendant’s Argument (Home Buyers Warranty Corp.):** HBW maintained that the defects cited by Hanna either fell outside of the warranty coverage or were due to improper maintenance by the homeowners. HBW argued that it had fulfilled its obligations under the warranty and that any delays in repairs were not due to its actions. **Decision:** [Summarize the court’s ruling, e.g., "The court ruled in favor of Lois Hanna, finding that the defects were covered under the warranty and that HBW failed to perform its obligations in a reasonable timeframe. The court awarded damages to Hanna for the cost of repairs and other associated losses."] **Conclusion:** The case of Home Buyers Warranty Corp. v. Lois Hanna underscores the importance of clear communication regarding warranty coverage and the responsibilities of warranty providers in addressing claims. The court’s decision reinforced the obligation of warranty companies to act in good faith and in a timely manner when addressing claims made by homeowners. **Notes:** [Include any further relevant information, such as potential implications for future warranty cases, or whether the case has been appealed.]

Home Buyers Warranty Corp. v. Lois Hanna


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