Construction contract law the essentials
Language: English Publication details: Basingstoke Palgrave Macmillan 2007Edition: 2nd edDescription: xxx, 378p. 24cmISBN:- 9780230521650
- 692.8
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Book | London Books | 692.8 ADR (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 30074364 |
The nature of construction contracts -- Outline of the law of obligations -- The formation of construction contracts -- Consideration -- The role of the architect and the engineer -- The main obligations of the contractor -- The main obligations of the employer -- Time and provisions for delay -- Variations and the right to payment -- Payment and certification -- Subcontracting -- Supply contracts -- Design liability of professionals and contractors -- Liabilities post-completion -- Determination and damages -- Methods of dispute resolution
Written for both students and construction professionals, this book covers the key areas of construction contract law, including the interaction within construction contracts of the law of contract, tort and restitution, and the relationship between common law and the standard forms of contract. Incorporates recent developments in the law and the way it is applied, including changes resulting from the JCT 05 suite of contracts. Tables of cases, statutes, and regulations. Bibliography.
Supersedes first edition (ISBN 0333980875).