The Law Of Construction Disputes

The Law of Construction Disputes covers the construction dispute process by analysing the main areas that can lead to disputes and how to effectively deal with them once they have arisen. This edition expands on advanced practitioner issues, as well as the emerging law of construction disputes on an international basis.

The book examines the methods and methodology of dispute resolution in construction, not only for a common law context, but also under other legal systems. Readers will be guided through the various international contract formats governing these disputes, alongside applicable case law. Additionally, they will be shown the correct contract provisions and forms used to prevent disputes from escalating in order to reach successful conclusions without litigation.

Including expert advice and many relevant reference materials, this book is an extremely helpful guide to legal practitioners and construction professionals.

Chapter 1. Introduction to Construction Disputes
Chapter 2. Areas of Dispute and Liability
Chapter 3. The Construction Contract
Chapter 4. The Sub-Contractor
Chapter 5. Defences to Construction Disputes
Chapter 6. Contractors Rights and Obligations
Chapter 7. Employers Rights and Obligations
Chapter 8. Termination of Contract
Chapter 9. The Certification Process
Chapter 10. Types of Claims
Chapter 11. Warranties
Chapter 12. Non-Contract Liability
Chapter 13. Engineer's Liability
Chapter 14. Dispute Resolution
Chapter 15. Dispute Resolution Issues

Appendix 1 - Construction Contract Agreements
Appendix 2 - Resources
Appendix 3 - Civil Law