As construction projects get ever more complex, so do the disputes that arise when things go wrong. When a project is late or over budget, one of the parties to the contract may be liable for additional costs be it for the work itself or via loss and expense. But establishing the liability for those […]
Adjudication is, as we’ve mentioned previously, one of the most popular ways to resolve a dispute. Since its introduction in 1997 as part of the then new Construction Act, adjudication has become the go-to method of construction dispute resolution in the UK and some say the only game in town. Over 2000 disputes are now […]
Those of us in the world of contracts and the commercial side of construction can’t get enough of it. But to a lot of people, it’s something other people talk about and not something that affects our daily lives. So, what is the Construction Act? And why should we care? First, we need to address […]
In this episode, Guy talks to Kort Egan of Gatehouse Chambers about the enforcement of adjudication decisions. In the second of the two-part episode, we look at settlements – can you enforce a decision after you’ve agreed on a settlement? The team also look at insolvency and dealing with parties who can’t pay. Also – […]
In this episode, Guy Jackson talks to Kort Egan of Gatehouse Chambers about the enforcement of adjudication decisions. How are adjudication decisions treated when parties look to obtain or resist the decision they’ve been awarded? The pair look at the background to enforcement and its purpose. Can enforcement be easily resisted? Should enforcement be quick, […]
This month’s article has a rather broad title! ‘Managing disputes’ can cover a multitude of sins, but we’ll stick to construction and see how we get on. What is a Dispute? So you have a construction project which you think might not be going as smoothly as planned. Nine times out of ten you’ll be […]
Jason and Guy join Carly Thorpe to discuss how to avoid disputes in construction. Discussing their tips on how to avoid a dispute and get the best possible outcome. This episode includes: If you have any questions or would like help in avoiding disputes or managing your dispute please get in touch with the team today – […]
Guy and Jason join Carly Thorpe, Partner at law firm, Walker Morris. Together they take a look at ‘Smash and Grab’ (also known as technical) adjudications. What is a smash-and-grab adjudication? Why do they arise? What does the construction act say? What do contracts say and is it possible to improve the system as it […]
Our top tips for getting paid on construction projects The construction industry has something of a bad reputation when it comes to managing cashflow. Earlier this year, research found that half of all invoices were paid late. In some cases, those invoices are never paid at all. Nobody can guarantee one party will pay another […]
Guy Jackson Joins Own The Build Podcast Why subcontractors should never walk off-site when they are not getting paid How can you engage your client if you are not being paid on-site? Is walking off-site an option? In this new podcast, Guy joins Paul Hemming of C-Link for an episode of Own The Build. The […]
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