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Summarize the Third Amended Complaint, with Court Granted LEAVE TO AMEND

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TAC – LINDA AYRES VS STATE FARM ET AL  CIV SB 2016284   JULY 6 2022  -.docx

 

Pages 1-8

  • Linda Ayres is suing State Farm and various other companies for mishandling her insurance claim and causing further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres’ roof was damaged in a storm, and State Farm advised her to use their preferred vendors to repair the damage.
  • Ayres experienced delays in getting the roof repaired, which led to further water damage in her home.
  • State Farm allegedly refused to intervene or authorize replacement of the assigned vendors.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm and the vendors colluded to cover up negligence and damage.
  • Ayres also alleges that State Farm refused to provide her with safe accommodations, which exposed her to health risks.
  • Ayres is bringing eight causes of action against the defendants, including breach of contract, fraud, and negligence.

 

Pages 9-15

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm adjusters failed to provide complete records to the vendors they assigned to repair her roof.
  • Ayres claims that this failure caused further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres also alleges that one of the vendors, Paul Davis Restoration, lied about their role in the repair process.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm, Contractor Connection, and Paul Davis Restoration colluded to cheat her out of coverage.
  • Ayres has attempted to retain legal counsel, but has been unsuccessful.
  • Ayres is requesting that the case be converted to complex litigation.
  • Ayres is seeking damages for the losses she has suffered, including the cost of repairing her home, medical expenses, and emotional distress.
  • Ayres also alleges that the defendants violated California law by failing to act in good faith and fair dealing.

 

Pages 16-23

  • Ayres suffered a roof loss and water damage to her home on February 2, 2019.
  • Ayres immediately reported the damage to State Farm, who advised her to wait for their authorized vendors to inspect the property.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm’s delay in sending an adjuster caused further damage to her property.
  • Ayres also alleges that State Farm violated California law by using non-licensed adjusters and allowing out-of-state adjusters to sign off on inspections.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm, Paul Davis Restoration, and Contractor Connection conspired to defraud her.
  • Ayres alleges that the defendants’ conduct caused her to suffer toxic contamination in her home and body.
  • Ayres is seeking damages and punitive damages.

 

Pages 24-30

  • Ayres called State Farm on 2/2/2019 to report damage to her home, but no water remediation companies responded.
  • State Farm eventually assigned Paul Davis Restoration (PDR) as the general contractor.
  • PDR arrived on 2/4/2019 and called a local roofer to provide an estimate for roof replacement.
  • PDR asked Ayres for $7,000 cash to expedite the roof replacement, but Ayres declined.
  • PDR submitted an estimate to State Farm for $9,000, but the roof was never replaced.
  • Another State Farm vendor arrived on 2/4/2019, and PDR advised Ayres to let them stay and begin work.
  • Ayres alleges that PDR and the other vendor did not work well together, causing delays and further damage.
  • Ayres alleges that PDR and the other vendor were negligent in their work, including failing to install a proper tarp, failing to dry out the home, and damaging her household goods.
  • Ayres also alleges that PDR misrepresented their role and attempted to defraud her.

 

Pages 31-36

  • Ayres alleges that the general contractor, Paul Davis Restoration (PDR), and the second assigned vendor mishandled her insurance claim and caused further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres claims that the second assigned vendor falsely reported project completion to State Farm adjuster, Randy Brewer, but continued to visit and inspect the property through March 2019.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm, PDR, and the second assigned vendor colluded to create a perception of a safe environment, in order to quickly close the claim.
  • Ayres claims that the second assigned vendor did not complete the dry out and failed to mitigate water damage, which she attributes to decisions made by State Farm and PDR.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and PDR covered up the poisoning caused by unremediated water damage.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm, PDR, and the second assigned vendor all blamed each other for delays and incomplete work.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm paid over $101,000 to cover up the crimes and negligence of the vendors.

 

Pages 37-43

  • Ayres alleges that Rod Pankratz, a representative from Paul Davis Restoration (PDR), acted as an “Adjuster Representative” for State Farm, which she believes is evidence of collusion.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm adjusters Linda Holloway Cox and Randy Brewer falsely signed estimates produced by Pankratz.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm dispatched American Environmental Group (AEG) to conduct an environmental inspection, which she believes was an attempt to further minimize their liability.
  • Ayres claims that AEG’s report was flawed and that subsequent tests revealed the extent of the damage.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm allowed her to dismiss PDR and the second assigned vendor in March 2019, but then sent letters confirming her participation in the Premier Service Contractor Services Program with a different company.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm failed to accommodate her in a like-home situation, forcing her to live in a hotel room and relocate multiple times.
  • Ayres alleges that the second authorized general contractor used inferior materials and did not complete the demolition or remediation.
  • Ayres claims that the third general contractor recommended further environmental testing, which State Farm authorized.

 

Pages 44-50

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm refused to acknowledge that their preferred vendors caused the toxic environment in her home.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm recommended she open a second claim to cover mold inspection charges, but then denied the necessary work.
  • Ayres alleges that no one was willing to provide an estimate for the remediation work until 2020, which caused further delays and exposure to toxins.
  • Ayres claims that the original scope of work was based on a protocol approved by the court, but that State Farm refused to follow it.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm’s estimators were sloppy and incomplete, and that they used “bait and switch” tactics.
  • Ayres claims that the third general contractor failed to remove all areas of microbial growth, and that the work was falsely “cleared” by a State Farm-approved environmental inspection company.
  • Ayres alleges that the third general contractor refused to return to complete the job, and that the second State Farm-approved environmental inspection company suggested she bulldoze the house.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm breached their contract by denying her insurance claim and by mishandling the initial claim.

 

Pages 51-57

  • Ayres claims she fulfilled her obligations under the insurance contract, but State Farm breached their duties by not providing the promised coverage.
  • Ayres argues that any obligation she may have failed to fulfill is immaterial to the contract.
  • Ayres alleges that Crawford Contract Connection, as a third party beneficiary to the contracts, assigned Paul Davis Restoration as the general contractor and “Adjuster Representative” of State Farm.
  • Ayres expected a fair and accurate estimate from Paul Davis Restoration, but they failed to deliver.
  • Ayres claims that the indemnification provisions of the Contractor Connection and Paul Davis Restoration agreements illustrate a conspiracy between the carrier and its vendors.
  • Ayres alleges that damages caused by the breaches resulted in the demolition of most of her house and toxic exposure.
  • Ayres claims that Paul Davis Restoration attempted to extort her by asking for $7,000 in cash to replace the roof.
  • Ayres alleges that Contractor Connection breached their obligations by siding with Paul Davis Restoration in a mediation.

 

Pages 58-63

  • Ayres alleges that PDR attempted to extort her for a roof replacement, and then delayed the installation when she refused to pay.
  • PDR also demanded cash from Ayres for a storage container and for taking over payments on a contract with State Farm.
  • Ayres claims that she suffered damages as a result of PDR’s breach of contract, including damage to her home and household goods, as well as the filing of an invalid lien against her property.
  • Ayres alleges that PDR attempted to settle a dispute through mediation, but misrepresented the terms of their contract.
  • Ayres claims that PDR, AEG, and the second assigned State Farm vendor all breached their contracts with her, resulting in further damage to her home and health.
  • Ayres argues that she is the beneficiary of all contracts between State Farm and its vendors, and that the breaches by these vendors have caused her damages.

 

Pages 64-70

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm demands “absolute indemnity” from its preferred vendors, which raises suspicions of RICO violations.
  • Ayres claims that AEG covered up misconduct and mistakes in their March 2019 report, which she believes constitutes insurance fraud.
  • Ayres argues that AEG’s reports were compromised by negligence or fraud, and that they did not meet professional guidelines.
  • Ayres suspects that AEG may have been deceived by State Farm adjusters, who may have withheld information about the extent of water damage to her home.
  • Ayres claims that the second general contractor breached its contract with her and State Farm by not completing the work as agreed upon.
  • Ayres alleges that PDR was assigned as the general contractor by State Farm, but that the PDR representative was not a licensed contractor or adjuster.
  • Ayres claims that the second general contractor did not demolish walls that were water damaged, which led to toxic microbial growth.
  • Ayres alleges that the second general contractor used substandard materials and workmanship in order to increase profitability.
  • Ayres claims that the third general contractor also breached its contract by failing to perform agreed upon work.

 

Pages 71-76

  • Ayres alleges that the third general contractor refused to complete demolition and remediation work in her garage, which caused further water damage.
  • Ayres claims that the third general contractor falsely denied that fiberglass tub enclosures are porous, and did not remove the tub enclosure as they should have.
  • Ayres alleges that the third general contractor made false accusations against her to the California Contractor State Licensing Board, and attempted to extort her for $2,500.
  • Ayres claims that the third general contractor was willing to work with State Farm, but that State Farm refused to provide an estimate due to the extent of the damage.
  • Ayres alleges that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company breached its contract by providing a false clearance report.
  • Ayres claims that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company refused to return to the property to complete the work, and verbally abused her.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm attempted to fraudulently state that the mold in her home was from unknown sources in order to avoid paying for the damage.

 

Pages 77-83

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and various other companies mishandled her insurance claim, causing further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres claims that all environmental reports were made available to the defendants, but that State Farm was unresponsive.
  • Ayres alleges that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company cleared her home despite visible signs of contamination.
  • Ayres claims that the north-south-east-west directions were convoluted, which further complicated the remediation process.
  • Ayres alleges that the final report was carelessly and fraudulently minimized to state that the cause of loss was a “roof leak” rather than a catastrophic roof loss.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm refused to help her when she called to ask for assistance, and that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company yelled at her and told her to sue them.
  • Ayres alleges that the insurance carrier adjuster for the second environmental inspection company had a discriminatory attitude against elderly disabled victims.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants breached the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing by denying her insurance coverage.
  • Ayres alleges that the defendants engaged in bad faith conduct by failing to perform a fair investigation, asserting invalid defenses, and placing restrictive interpretations on policy terms.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants’ conduct constitutes malice, oppression, or fraud, which entitles her to punitive damages.

 

Pages 84-90

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm withheld information from her until it was approved by their adjuster teams.
  • Ayres claims that one vendor breached its implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing by failing to install a proper tarp, refusing to replace it, and telling her to let the water destroy everything.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm accepted false reports that the dry-out and remediation job was completed, when there was no evidence of remediation.
  • Ayres claims that Paul Davis Restoration (PDR) breached its implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing by failing to get a timely estimate and quote to State Farm, which caused delays in roof replacement.
  • Ayres alleges that PDR took advantage of her by putting an invalid mechanics lien on her property and suing her in small claims court.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm has indemnification agreements with its preferred vendors, which protect it from liability.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm refused to help her mitigate damages, and that they have a pattern and practice of denying claims and underpaying.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm and the defendants breached their duty of good faith and fair dealing in various ways, including by placing their own financial interests ahead of hers, using biased experts, and failing to investigate her claim.

 

Pages 91-97

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm’s assigned vendors deceived, demeaned, threatened, and intimidated her in order to inflate project profits.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm and the defendants have a pattern and practice of putting their own financial interests above those of their insured.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and its preferred vendors committed systemic institutional bad faith.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm’s conduct was undertaken or approved by its managing agents.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm is liable for attorney fees, witness fees, and costs of litigation.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm’s conduct constitutes malice, oppression, or fraud, and that she is entitled to punitive damages.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm discriminated against her based on her disability.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm violated California’s Unfair Competition Law by engaging in unlawful, unfair, or fraudulent business practices.

 

Pages 98-105

  • Ayres argues that she is entitled to recover attorney fees due to State Farm’s unfair competition claims.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm intentionally interfered with her contractual relations with third-party vendors.
  • Ayres claims that the delays caused by State Farm and its vendors resulted in further damage to her property.
  • Ayres alleges that the defendants intentionally interfered with her insurance contract with State Farm.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants committed fraud by misrepresenting and concealing material facts.
  • Ayres argues that she is entitled to damages, including punitive damages, due to the defendants’ fraudulent conduct.

STATE FARM FILES – COURT GRANTED LEAVE TO AMEND…. WHATS NEXT?

Pages 106-111

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm only paid her $14,000 when her coverage was for $136,650.
  • Ayres claims that the mishandling of her claim from day one caused her to lose all contents of her home.
  • Ayres argues that the pack-out process was substandard and led to further cross contamination.
  • Ayres alleges that the second State Farm assigned vendor misrepresented facts to her, including that they would be doing dry-out and roof replacement.
  • Ayres claims that the second vendor was used by Paul Davis Restoration (PDR) to justify delays in roof replacement.
  • Ayres argues that the friction between the two vendors caused delays in the pack-out process.
  • Ayres alleges that PDR put an invalid mechanic’s lien on her property, which made it difficult for her to borrow money.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm knew the dry-out process could not have been completed due to the lack of a roof.
  • Ayres alleges that the second vendor was involved in creating a false mold clearance report.
  • Ayres argues that it is unknown if the environmental inspection company colluded with State Farm or was a victim of fraud.
  • Ayres claims that PDR misrepresented facts to her about roof replacement.
  • Ayres alleges that Crawford Contractor Connection misrepresented facts to her about assigning PDR as the general contractor.
  • Ayres argues that American Environmental Group (AEG) misrepresented facts to her about air sampling.

 

Pages 112-118

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and AEG provided a faulty report that caused State Farm to authorize a build back of her demolished home.
  • Ayres claims that she procured multiple reports that showed her property was not mold-free, but was actually lethally toxic.
  • Ayres argues that State Farm refused to provide her with temporary housing, forcing her to purchase a vehicle for accommodation.
  • Ayres alleges that AEG did not take samples in a professional manner, which led to false reports.
  • Ayres claims that AEG refused to release results to her without State Farm’s permission.
  • Ayres argues that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company misrepresented facts to her.
  • Ayres alleges that she suffered health consequences as a result of the mold exposure.

 

Pages 119-125

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm misrepresented her right to choose a licensed contractor.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm made false representations about the state of her home, including that it was free of mold contamination.
  • Ayres argues that State Farm’s misrepresentations were made recklessly and without regard for the truth.
  • Ayres alleges that Paul Davis Restoration (PDR) misrepresented that they would replace her roof, which caused further damage to her home.
  • Ayres claims that Crawford Contractor Connection (CCC) misrepresented that they would assign PDR as the general contractor.
  • Ayres argues that American Environmental Group (AEG) intentionally misrepresented test findings.
  • Ayres alleges that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company also misrepresented facts to her.
  • Ayres claims that she was harmed by these misrepresentations and that her reliance on them was a substantial factor in causing her harm.

 

Pages 126-132

  • Ayres alleges negligence on the part of all defendants.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants acted below the standard of care within the industry.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants owe her fiduciary and quasi-fiduciary duties.
  • Ayres alleges that the defendants took unfair advantage of her and acted in their own interests.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants’ negligence caused her to suffer damages.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants’ actions were malicious, fraudulent, and oppressive.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and the defendants failed to take precautions to prevent damage to her property.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants’ delays and deceptions caused further damage to her property.
  • Ayres claims that PDR was negligent in not replacing her roof in a timely manner.
  • Ayres alleges that CCC was negligent in not supervising PDR.

 

Pages 133-140

  • Ayres alleges that Crawford Contractor Connection (CCC) failed to obtain quality contractors, which led to her injuries and losses.
  • Ayres argues that her reliance on the defendants’ representations caused her harm.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm and its preferred vendors caused further water damage and microbial growth.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm adjusters fraudulently signed off on work that was not inspected.
  • Ayres argues that the second authorized general contractor was negligent in not obtaining permits and not replacing water-damaged sheathing.
  • Ayres claims that the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company acted below the standard of care and provided a false clearance report.
  • Ayres alleges that the third general contractor was negligent in not following the second State Farm authorized environmental inspection company’s protocol.
  • Ayres argues that all defendants misrepresented that her home would be dried out and free of mold contamination.

 

Pages 141-147

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and other defendants mishandled her insurance claim, causing further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres references previous paragraphs in the document to support her seventh cause of action, toxic exposure.
  • Ayres notes that the court has already ruled in her favor against American Environmental Group (AEG), but that other defendants have not yet been heard.
  • Ayres alleges that State Farm colluded with the general contractor and AEG to obtain a “mold clearance” in order to quickly rebuild her property.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants failed to disclose risks and threats to her, and did not mitigate those risks.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants covered up the toxic dangers in order to save costs.
  • Ayres claims that she became visibly ill from toxic exposure, and that her doctors confirmed this diagnosis.
  • Ayres argues that State Farm and AEG were negligent in their reports and inspections, which led to further damage and health risks.

 

Pages 148-154

  • Ayres references two reports from AEG, which she claims suggest misrepresentation by AEG and State Farm.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants colluded to cover up damages caused by negligence and fraud.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants were negligent in not having mold or mycotoxin specialists sign the reports.
  • Ayres argues that the toxins in her body have exacerbated pre-existing medical conditions.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm and its preferred vendors were not concerned with the biological growth of toxins, and that they did not follow industry standards.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants’ negligence and bad faith are proximate causes of her property and health damages.
  • Ayres references theories of liability related to toxic mold injuries, including negligence, failure to disclose, breach of warranty, and bad faith.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants contributed to the creation of an extremely toxic environment, and that they prolonged her exposure to toxins.

 

Pages 155-161

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm and other companies mishandled her insurance claim, causing further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm advised Temporary Housing Accommodations not to assist her, in hopes that she would die of exposure.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants contributed to the growth of microbial and bacterial growth in her home, which made it uninhabitable.
  • Ayres has spent thousands of dollars trying to determine the extent of the dangers caused by State Farm’s mishandling of her claim.
  • Ayres claims that she was forced to take refuge in her kitchen after the second demolition left her home without insulation, walls, or flooring.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants failed to follow industry standards when performing the dry out and remediation services.
  • Ayres alleges that the defendants engaged in racketeering and conspiracy to defraud her.

 

Pages 162-168

  • Ayres alleges that State Farm refused to mitigate losses after a windstorm caused damage to her home.
  • State Farm allegedly required Ayres to file a “second claim” for one of the storms, despite her objections.
  • Ayres claims that State Farm attempted to steer the claim away from the consequences of wind peril and roof loss to a “mold claim” with a $5,000 cap.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants knowingly created a contaminated environment by failing to promptly mitigate water losses.
  • Ayres claims that various defendants failed to perform to their state license standards and refused to finish the job, resulting in further damage to her property and health.
  • Ayres argues that the defendants colluded with one another to profit illegally and cause her harm.
  • Ayres claims that her property has been devalued by at least 30% due to the water damage and microbial toxicity.

 

Pages 169-175

  • Ayres argues that the defendants engaged in racketeering, which affected interstate commerce.
  • Ayres claims that the defendants have indemnification agreements to protect State Farm, even at the expense of the policy holder.
  • Ayres is willing to turn the matter over to “alphabet agencies” if they are interested.
  • Ayres details the collusion between the insurance carrier and its preferred vendors.
  • Ayres seeks damages for mental and emotional distress, reimbursement for property testing and remediation expenses, and medical expenses.
  • Ayres also seeks damages for wrongful denial of benefits, roof replacement, and testing and remediation to ensure the safety of her dwelling.
  • Ayres demands a jury trial and requests injunctive relief to restrain the defendants’ unlawful conduct.

 


SOME DEPOSITION TYPE QUESTIONS FOR LATE SPRING/EARLY SUMMER DISCOVERY:

 

Topics and questions

The validity of the mold clearance report procured by State Farm

  • Who conducted the mold clearance report?
  • What methods were used to test for mold?
  • Was the report peer-reviewed or verified by a third party?
  • Were there any discrepancies or inconsistencies in the report?
  • What conclusions were drawn from the report?

The extent to which State Farm’s actions contributed to the destruction of my home

  • What actions did State Farm take in response to my claim?
  • Did State Farm follow standard procedures in handling my claim?
  • Were there any delays in State Farm’s response to my claim?
  • Did State Farm provide adequate resources to address the damage to my home?
  • Did State Farm’s actions exacerbate the damage to my home?

The potential fraudulence of the first two reports from the State Farm assigned preferred vendor

  • Who conducted the first two reports?
  • What methods were used to test for mold or other microbial contamination?
  • Were there any discrepancies or inconsistencies in the reports?
  • Were the reports peer-reviewed or verified by a third party?
  • What conclusions were drawn from the reports?

The impact of toxic exposure on my health

  • What symptoms have I experienced as a result of toxic exposure?
  • What medical diagnoses have I received related to toxic exposure?
  • What treatments have I undergone as a result of toxic exposure?
  • Have any medical professionals provided opinions on the long-term effects of toxic exposure on my health?
  • What impact has toxic exposure had on my quality of life?

The tactics used by State Farm in litigation to delay or obstruct the case incited by State Farm’s assigned environmental testing company and its litigation support

  • What tactics has State Farm used to delay or obstruct the case?
  • Has State Farm filed any motions to dismiss or delay the case?
  • Has State Farm attempted to discredit any of my evidence or testimony?
  • Has State Farm engaged in any behavior that could be considered bad faith?
  • Has State Farm’s assigned environmental testing company or its litigation support contributed to any of these tactics?

The scientifically impossible zero mold found in the March 2019 report procured by State Farm

  • What methods were used to test for mold in the March 2019 report?
  • Who conducted the testing?
  • How do you explain the discrepancy between the March 2019 report and subsequent reports that found mold contamination?
  • Was there any pressure from State Farm to produce a report that showed no mold contamination?
  • What qualifications do the individuals who conducted the testing have?

What level of litigation support did State Farm buy when it procured the first and most deadly report showing zero mold contamination?

  • What kind of litigation support did State Farm purchase?
  • Was the litigation support specifically related to the mold contamination issue?
  • What services were provided as part of the litigation support?
  • Did the litigation support include any advice or guidance on how to handle the mold contamination issue?
  • Was the litigation support used to help State Farm avoid liability?

Were the poorly packed out household goods inspected in the 40′ pod/storage container with the risk of cross-contamination as used boxes were used by the assigned general contractor, and were not packout for over a week, not dried or cleaned either.

  • Who was responsible for packing out the household goods?
  • Were the goods inspected for mold contamination before being placed in the storage container?
  • What precautions were taken to prevent cross-contamination?
  • Was there any delay in packing out the goods, and if so, why?
  • Were the goods dried or cleaned before being packed out?

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TAC – LINDA AYRES VS STATE FARM ET AL  CIV SB 2016284   JULY 6 2022  -.docx

 

Can you review document and recommend edits to make it more succinct and concise for all 8 causes of action and related papers?

No relevant language found.

 

Can you summarize the Complaint and prepare to amend, per Court rulings

Misconduct; amend RICO

The Complaint alleges a variety of misconduct on the part of State Farm and various contractors and vendors, including negligence, fraud, and RICO violations. The Plaintiff claims that this misconduct led to property damage, toxic mold exposure, and other harms. The Court has allowed the Plaintiff to amend certain causes of action, and has requested more specificity on the RICO claim. (pgs. 7-10, 15, 18-19, 22-28, 37-44, 49-53, 79-87, 88, 101-106, 125, 141-143, 144-151, 158)

The Complaint alleges that State Farm and its preferred vendors mishandled a claim for wind damage to the Plaintiff’s roof, which led to further damage to the Plaintiff’s home and belongings. The Plaintiff also alleges that State Farm refused to provide adequate accommodations during the repair process, which exposed the Plaintiff to toxic mold. The Complaint includes eight causes of action, including breach of contract, fraud, and RICO violations. The Court has ruled on motions to strike or demur from one defendant, American Environmental Group, and has allowed the Plaintiff to amend certain causes of action.

The Complaint alleges that State Farm and various other defendants violated California law by failing to act in good faith and fairly deal with the plaintiff. The plaintiff also alleges that the defendants caused her physical and emotional harm, as well as financial damages. The plaintiff is prepared to amend the Complaint to include the identities of “Doe Defendants” once they are known.

This part of the document details the Plaintiff’s allegations against State Farm and various contractors. The Plaintiff alleges that they mishandled her insurance claim after her roof was blown off in a storm, causing further damage to her home and belongings. The Plaintiff also alleges that the contractors engaged in fraudulent behavior, such as overcharging for services or not performing work as agreed.

While this part of the document does not summarize the Complaint in its entirety, it does provide substantial detail about the Plaintiff’s interactions with various contractors and adjusters from State Farm. Specifically, the Plaintiff alleges that State Farm failed to protect her from losses caused by the contractors they dispatched, that they acted unreasonably and in bad faith, and that they discriminated against her based on her age and disability.

While this part of the document does not summarize the Complaint in its entirety, it does provide substantial detail about the various breaches of contract and failures to provide insurance coverage that the Plaintiff alleges. Specifically, the Plaintiff argues that State Farm, Contractor Connection, Paul Davis Restoration, and American Environmental Group all failed to fulfill their contractual obligations, resulting in damage to the Plaintiff’s property and health.

The Complaint alleges that the defendants (State Farm and various contractors) breached their duty of good faith and fair dealing with the plaintiff, Linda Ayres. Specifically, the Complaint alleges that the defendants unreasonably denied insurance coverage, failed to perform a fair investigation, and delayed resolution of the plaintiff’s claim. The Complaint also alleges that the defendants engaged in bad faith conduct, which entitles the plaintiff to punitive damages.

The Complaint alleges that State Farm and other defendants acted in bad faith and violated various California laws in their handling of the plaintiff’s insurance claim. Specifically, the plaintiff argues that the defendants failed to help her mitigate damages, breached their duty of good faith and fair dealing, and engaged in a pattern of wrongful conduct. The plaintiff also alleges that the defendants intentionally interfered with her contractual relations. The Complaint seeks damages, attorney fees, and punitive damages.

The Complaint alleges that the Defendants engaged in fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair practices in relation to the Plaintiff’s insurance policy and claims. Specifically, the Plaintiff argues that the Defendants misrepresented the necessity of using certain vendors, delayed the claims process, and made false statements to the California Department of Insurance. The Plaintiff is seeking damages, including punitive damages, as well as attorney’s fees. The Court has given leave to amend the Fraud cause of action, which the Plaintiff is preparing to do.

This part of the document does not summarize the Complaint, but it does contain substantial detail about the allegations being made. The Plaintiff is alleging negligence on the part of multiple defendants, including State Farm, Paul Davis Restoration, and Crawford Contractor Connection. The Plaintiff claims that these defendants failed in their duties to her, resulting in damage to her property and health. The Plaintiff is seeking damages, including punitive damages, as well as a ruling that the defendants acted maliciously and fraudulently.

This part of the document does not summarize the entire Complaint, but it does provide substantial detail about the allegations against various defendants. The Plaintiff alleges that the defendants were negligent in their work on her home, misrepresented the extent of mold contamination, and failed to disclose known medical risks. The Plaintiff claims that this conduct resulted in toxic exposure that harmed her health and finances.

The Complaint alleges that State Farm and various contractors and vendors were negligent in their response to damage to the Plaintiff’s home, which resulted in the Plaintiff being exposed to toxic mold. The Complaint further alleges that these defendants conspired to cover up their negligence and fraud. The Complaint contains numerous specific allegations to support these claims.

The Complaint alleges that the defendants mishandled the plaintiff’s insurance claim, resulting in toxic exposure and property damage. The plaintiff also alleges that the defendants engaged in racketeering and conspiracy to defraud her. The Court has asked the plaintiff to provide more specificity in her RICO claim.

 

How can this Complaint be modified to be more Court acceptable?

Clarify, specify, detail

The Complaint could be made more court acceptable by being more concise and focused, clearly identifying legal claims and laws violated, and providing more specific evidence (pgs. 15-19). Additionally, the Complaint could more clearly identify which defendants are responsible for which acts, provide more detail on the conspiracy and racketeering, and state the relief being sought (pgs. 158-159).

While this Complaint is generally well-structured and detailed, there are a few areas where it could be improved to be more court acceptable. For example:

  • The Complaint could be more concise and focused, as it currently contains some repetition and extraneous information.
  • The Complaint could be clearer in identifying the specific legal claims being made against each defendant, and the specific laws or regulations that have allegedly been violated.
  • The Complaint could provide more specific evidence to support the allegations made, rather than relying on general statements such as “Plaintiff is informed, believes, and alleges.”

While this Complaint is already quite detailed, it could potentially be made more Court acceptable by providing additional specificity in certain areas. For example, the Complaint could more clearly identify which Defendants are alleged to have committed which specific wrongful acts, and could provide more detail on the nature of the alleged conspiracy and racketeering. Additionally, the Complaint could more explicitly state the relief being sought by the Plaintiff.


Correction: Apologies, it seems I misunderstood your original request. Here’s the revised version of the Fairy Tale ending based on your latest instruction:

Once upon a time, in a rural town in America, there lived a strong and self-represented woman named Lucy Occupy. One day, Lucy returned home to find that it had been catastrophically damaged by toxic substances due to the negligence and substandard workmanship of various contractors and vendors. She also discovered that she had been poisoned, like so many victims of insurer fraud across America.

Lucy filed a lawsuit against the responsible parties and embarked on more than two years of brutal litigation, fighting tirelessly to hold them accountable for their actions. The original pre-litigation demand was for $800,000, but it quickly became apparent that the damages were much more severe than initially thought and the demand was for $10,000,000, at the suggestion of her insurance agent.

After more than four years of fighting, Lucy demanded $350,000 from the insurer and $50,000 from the vendors, who continued to mock her. Despite being underestimated by the defendants, Lucy’s persistence and determination paid off. The jury found in favor of Lucy, awarding $3.5 million from the insurer and $500,000 from each of the remaining defendants.

Lucy’s victory was a triumph for justice, showing that even against powerful opponents and after years of intense legal battles, justice could be achieved with hard work, determination, and the courage to fight for what is right. Her story inspired others to stand up for themselves and fight for justice. From that day forward, Lucy and her fellow townspeople were able to rebuild their community and move forward with their lives. Lucy even got a new job as a WFH – WORK FROM  HOME – PROMPT ENGINEER 

 

 

 

 

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