Stephen S Mccloskey

Stephen S Mccloskey

December 21, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

Is Maryland's Child Victims Act of 2023 Constitutional?

The act eliminates the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse claims and effectively revives child sexual abuse claims already time-barred.

By Stephen S. McCloskey and Marcus K. Jones

8 minute read

August 16, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

Post-Repair Diminution in Value Claims: 'Stigma Damages' in Future Cases

Owners' counsel may contend, for example, that a residential condominium building's repair history should be a relevant consideration when determining damages, as a result of a stigma associated with buildings where the property's reputation has been allegedly damaged, often where there have been water infiltration or mold issues.

By Stephen S. McCloskey and Thomas V. McCarron

12 minute read

May 03, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

What Is the Reach of the AIA General Conditions' Consequential Damages Waiver?

While courts have yet to expressly limit the scope of the waiver provision to consequential damages incurred due to termination of the contract during construction, the placement and content of the provision would seem to give an opportunity to argue for such.

By Stephen S. McCloskey and Thomas V. McCarron

8 minute read