State Farm General Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit seeking to recover nearly $920,000 in damages due to alleged negligence and breach of contract by a roofing company. The complaint was lodged on November 22, 2024, in the Superior Court of California for the County of San Francisco against NR Meir Design Inc., doing business as NR Roofing CA, and its owner Reuven Nakav.
The case centers around an incident at the home of State Farm's insureds, Ingrid M. Evans and Arthur K. Klein, located at 2800 Green Street in San Francisco. According to the complaint, the defendants were contracted to perform roof repairs and install a skylight at the property in December 2022. However, upon returning from a trip on January 2, 2023, Evans and Klein discovered significant water damage resulting from what State Farm alleges was improper installation of the skylight. The insurance company claims that this negligence led to extensive damage to both real and personal property within the home.
State Farm contends that NR Roofing failed to adhere to necessary guidelines and standards during the installation process. Specifically, they allege that essential components such as flashing and underlayment were either improperly installed or omitted entirely. Furthermore, it is claimed that the skylight was installed in an area without sufficient roof pitch, contrary to manufacturer requirements. The plaintiff argues that these failures are indicative of broader issues with employee training and supervision by Reuven Nakav.
In their legal filing, State Farm outlines several causes of action against NR Roofing and Nakav: negligence, breach of contract, breach of implied covenant to perform work competently, and negligent misrepresentation. They assert that these breaches directly resulted in damages amounting to at least $919,948.58—an amount they have already paid out under their policy with Evans and Klein.
The insurance company seeks monetary compensation exceeding this figure alongside costs incurred during litigation. They also request prejudgment interest as per statutory provisions and attorney fees where applicable by law.
Representing State Farm in this matter are attorneys Margaret L. Sell and Jordan B. Everakes from Grotefeld Hoffmann LLP. The case is presided over by Judge Marivic Viray under Case No.: CGC-24-620030.