Construction Claims
Get advice from specialist construction claims consultants. Protect your rights and resolve disputes swiftly.
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As specialist construction consultants we have a huge amount of experience in construction claims, including claims for variations, extension of time, loss and expense, and their equivalents under other forms of contract, such as the NEC compensation event procedure.
We understand what makes a claim successful and how to knit together the relevant contractual provisions with the factual evidence of what has occurred on a project.
Many of the claims we have prepared have resulted in settlement without formal dispute resolution proceedings being required.
What type of Construction Claims do we deal with?
We have helped many parties claim contra-charges and defend against them. Contra-charges are often treated with suspicion by Adjudicators and Arbitrators and it is important to scrutinise the fundamental principles behind them and the factual evidence of them.
Read MoreA successful extension of time claim is a defence to delay damages and can also entitle the claiming party to loss and expense for the same period, turning a negative figure into a positive. We have extensive experience of extension of time claims and loss and expense claims, whether the contractual procedures have been followed or not.
Read MoreWe have helped many parties prepare claims, interim applications and final accounts which have allowed them to settle without resorting to formal dispute resolution. Our specialist knowledge combined with high standards of presentation guarantees that any claim we prepare becomes a valuable tool for negotiation, settlement or, if necessary, formal dispute resolution.
Read MoreCashflow is the lifeblood of the construction industry. We deal with payment issues every day, helping recover claims for variations, loss and expense and retention, and advise on technical issues regarding payment applications, smash and grab adjudications, payment notices and pay less notices.
Read MoreWhy Choose us for Construction Claims?
- Over 40 years of experience in construction law.
- Proven track record of successfully resolving claims.
- Personalised service tailored to your case.
- Dedicated team of highly qualified Construction Claims Consultants
- Free, no-obligation consultation.
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Construction Claim FAQs
If you are considering pursuing a construction claim, you have several options depending on the nature of the dispute, the value of the claim, and the parties involved. Here’s a breakdown of your options:
- Direct Negotiation – attempting to resolve the dispute amicably through discussion with the other party is cost-effective and maintains relationships but may not work if the other party is unwilling to compromise
- Mediation – a neutral third party (mediator) facilitates discussions to help both sides reach an agreement. Mediation is confidential, quicker, and usually less expensive than formal proceedings. Decisions are non-binding unless an agreement is reached and formalised.
- Adjudication – a process often used in construction claims where an independent adjudicator makes a decision, which is binding unless challenged. Adjudication is typically used for issues involving payment, delays, or performance. It is faster than court proceedings. However, decisions are interim-binding, meaning it can be overturned in arbitration or litigation.
- Arbitration – is a private process where a neutral arbitrator hears both sides and makes a binding decision. Arbitration is used when specified in the construction contract as the dispute resolution method.
- Litigation – is used for complex and high-value disputes or where other method of resolving the claim have failed.
- Identify the issue – clearly define the problem, whether it’s non-payment, delays, defects, or breach of contract.
- Gather evidence – including the signed contract and any related documents; emails, letters and messages that support your claim; invoices and timesheets, photos and video showing proof of defects or delays; expert reports may be required.
- Review contractual obligations – including the contract’s dispute resolution clause, notice periods, whether a formal notice of claim is required.
- Notify the other party – service a Notice of Claim or send a letter outlining the dispute.
- Attempt informal resolution – try to resolve the dispute amicably through negotiation.
- Use Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods – including mediation and adjudication.
- Escalate to arbitration or litigation
- Enforce the decision
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