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Avoiding Costly Risks in Construction Contracts – Event Highlights from London and Bristol

Managing risk under construction contracts is a constant challenge — and one that can have serious financial implications if not handled carefully. This theme was …

Temporary works, permanent problems: contractual pitfalls for scaffolders

We’ve worked closely with various specialist subcontractors delivering temporary works, and we see many of the same problems over and over again. Temporary works, such …

Contracharges in construction and what you need to know

In the fast moving and often contentious world of construction projects, contracharges (or set-offs) are a frequent source of frustration and disputes. For subcontractors, they …

How to Prepare Your Contract Documents for Smooth Project Delivery

In the construction industry, successful project delivery starts long before the first brick is laid. One of the most critical foundations is the preparation of …

CCC Free Autumn Seminar: Avoiding Costly Risks in Construction Contracts

Construction Contracts: Managing Risk, Maximising Recovery Managing risk under construction contracts is critical, but too often costly pitfalls only become clear when a dispute arises. …

Construction law update: key developments in England & Wales – first half of 2025

Construction Case Law Update – Key TCC Decisions Shaping Risk, Disputes and Liability in 2025 As we pass the midpoint of 2025, the Technology and …

Why “sort it out later” can be fatal to your claim: notices in construction contracts

Notice provisions are a standard part of most construction contracts. Their purpose is straightforward, to ensure transparency between parties, provide a mechanism for early warning, …

WhatsApp contracts in construction: Key takeaways from Jaevee Homes Ltd v Fincham [2025] EWHC 942 (TCC)

The High Court’s decision in Jaevee Homes Ltd v Steve Fincham (t/a Fincham Demolition) [2025] EWHC 942 (TCC) serves as a sharp reminder that informal …

Deconstructing Construction Bonds: Types, Risks, and Practical Tips

Bonds are an increasingly common feature of contracts in the construction industry, especially on larger or higher-risk projects. A bond is a form of financial …

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