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    Chinese Drywall: New Verdict in Case: $2.5MM vs. Supplier...
    Entry posted June 21, 2010 by EdGElite Contributor
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    Chinese Drywall: New Verdict in Case: $2.5MM vs. Supplier (not manufacturer)
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    $2.5MM jury award against the supplier, Banner Supply, of Chinese drywall (contrast that to the manufacturer). 

    Jury award includes: $100,000 a month from the time the plaintiffs moved into the house unitl the time they can move back after repairs (nearly 3 yrs); $200,000 for loss in value to home because of stimga; and $705,000 in expenses repaid for repairs, renting another home, maintaining the homes.

    Largest single award to a single plaintiff (husband & wife) to date.  $2.6MM was awarded to 7 families and liability was found against the manufacturer - as opposed to the supplier.