SUPPLIED/RNZ Karl and Alison Dodds were misled by Southern Response over a quote for rebuilding their Christchurch home. READ MORE:* Southern Response in last attempt to avoid 'opt-out' class action over earthquake payments* Possible change of tack in Southern Response insurance test case* Southern Response appeals against earthquake cover test caseThe High Court ordered Southern Response to pay the Dodds almost $180,000 in damages, plus costs. The Court of Appeal reduced the damages Southern Response has to pay $10,656.44 due to an earlier error in calculations. Karl Dodds said Southern Response had a right to appeal and take the case to the Supreme Court, but he hoped it wouldn't come to that. Both the minister responsible, Grant Robertson, and Southern Response declined to be interviewed.

Source: Stuff September 07, 2020 06:25 UTC