Contractual disputes, often involving large sums of money, occur with increasing frequency in the construction industry. This book presents - in non-legal language - sound professional advice from a recognized expert in the field on the practical aspects of claims. This edition has been brought right up to date by taking into account legal decisions promulgated over the last 17 years, as well as reflecting the effect of current inflation on claims. The new edition is based on the 1998 JCT contract. *Fully updated second edition of this practical guide. *Worked examples to back up the advice offered and relate it to practitioners' experience.

Contractual disputes, often involving large sums of money, occur with increasing frequency in the construction industry. This book presents - in non-legal language - sound professional advice from a recognized expert in the field on the practical aspects of claims. This edition has been brought right up to date by taking into account legal decisions promulgated over the last 17 years, as well as reflecting the effect of current inflation on claims. The new edition is based on the 1998 JCT contract. *Fully updated second edition of this practical guide. *Worked examples to back up the advice offered and relate it to practitioners' experience.

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Architects, engineers and surveyors work with large numbers of contracts and other documents. These may contain standard or typical clauses which are encountered frequently but that may have implications far beyond the obvious, especially with regard to terms of engagement and collateral warranties. This essential book provides practical guidance on the legal and commercial risks which these clauses pose and gives advice on the acceptability of particular clauses by reference to case law and first-hand experience. Innovative and unique, this key book, essential for practitioners, illuminates the legal and commercial considerations, not only of the parties they represent, but of all members of the project team. Quantity surveyor Mark Hackett and lawyer Mark Klimt have wide ranging and current experience of terms of engagement and collateral warranties used in a broad spectrum of projects. By virtue of their respective disciplines, this significant volume addresses matters from both the legal and commercial perspectives; readers will find priceless practical advice on navigating safely through different contract forms, and consultants are shown how to take guidance on sensible and workable contractual arrangements which, most importantly, will have the support of the insurance market.