Berding|Weil attorneys are experienced landslide and subsidence litigators having successfully settled or tried dozens of such cases over the past thirty-five years. From beach erosion to homes settling in bay fill to multiple common area landslides, B|W has experience litigating almost any kind of common area soil failures. While most earth movement cases are settled short of trial, partners Tyler Berding and Randy Paul tried one of the biggest landslide cases to verdict in California, recovering $6 million dollars for an association in Fairfield. We have worked with the best geotechnical engineers in the state as well as all of the most highly-regarded soil contractors. A successful earth movement case requires an engineer's understanding of the mechanics of failure but also the nuances of insurance coverage for natural and man made disasters, and our attorneys know both.

We represent community associations and individual owners of properties impacted by landslides, mudslides, failed compaction, flooding and building subsidence due to improper foundations or soil preparation. Our earth movement claim experience has involved ocean front properties damaged by erosion; bay shore projects impacted by flooding and building settlement from improper construction on bay mud; and hillside properties damaged by improper grading or faulty drainage. Damages include out of level buildings; cracked foundations and walls; failed retaining walls; and loss of streets and walkways.