Product
Information Technology Liability
Occupation
Web Design & Development
Industry Segment
Information Technology
Claim Description
The Insured specialises in customised web design and development. The Insured agreed to develop a specific website solution for a start up, online property auction business being established by the Claimant. The Claimant alleged that various functions of the website did not work and that the Insured did not develop the website, deliver the design, or technical specifications as required. The Claimant sued for loss and damages in excess of $500,000
Outcome
A settlement sum of $341,000 was reached and with a further $88,600 in legal spend to defend the Insured.
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