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Omissions in Construction Contracts

Omission Impossible: When your work can be taken away and what you can do about it Having work omitted from your scope can be more …

NEC Contracts

The NEC Construction and Engineering Contract The NEC contract continues to grow in popularity. You might be tendering for a project on the NEC form …

JCT Contracts

Do you need advice or assistance in relation to a JCT contract? Have you been asked to sign a JCT contract, and you are unsure …

Pay now and argue later, or else!

Failure to issue payment notices on time Contractors and sub-contractors should be familiar with the principle that if they apply for payment, then the employer …

Letters of Intent in Construction

Are letters of intent more trouble than they’re worth? Work on construction projects sometimes begins with a crucial decision: to commence work under a Letter …

Construction delay claims – extension of time

When and how to claim extension of time on construction contracts Many construction projects suffer from delay. Contractors often have their hands full with trying …

Suspension of Work

When and how can you suspend work under a construction contract? You are likely to be aware that parties to construction contracts have the right …

One day can make a big difference – the danger of issuing notices too early

Breach of contract notices Many construction contracts specify that notices must be given or actions taken at a certain point in time. For example, contracts …

The surprising truth about responsibility for named sub-contractors and suppliers

If your client requires you to procure goods or services from a particular named sub-contractor or supplier, then common sense might suggest that your client …

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