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Erlich v. Menezes, 21 Cal. 4th 543, 981 P.2d 978, 87 Cal. Rptr. 2d 886; (Ca. 1999).
Procedural Posture: On appeal from Court of Appeal judgment in favor of the Erlichs.
Facts: Barry and Sandra Erlich contracted with John Menezes, a licensed general contractor, to build a home. The Erlichs moved into their home in December 1990 and began to experience troubles in February of 1991. The troubles first arose from several leaks in the house after the occurrence of rain. Menezes' several attempts to stop the leaks proved ineffectual and caused further damage to the home.
An inspection of the home by another general contractor and a structural engineer confirmed major defects in the home. Problems ranged from the roof, three decks, foundation, and included serious errors in the construction of the home's structural components.
Both Erlichs testified that they suffered emotional distress as a result of the defective condition of the house and Menezes' unsuccessful repair attempts. The......

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