Specialists in the resolution of Construction Claims and Disputes
It had been thought that if a party refused ADR in the form of mediation that there would be a costs penalty against that party even if they were successful …
Read MoreCosts penalty following a refusal to mediate is not necessarily an
automatic sanction
It had been thought that if a party refused ADR in the form of mediation
that there would be a …
What is the cost of refusing negotiation/mediation/adjudication?
Although Adjudication has to a large extent replaced the necessity for litigation or arbitration it is a modern fact of life that, if for …
Whose terms Apply?
The age old question in construction disputes of whose terms apply is still a surprisingly common problem and raised its’ head again in Transformers & Rectifiers Ltd …
Pay Less Notice
If you engage someone to carry out construction work for you, whether you be an employer or contractor or sub contractor, then you must be aware of the …
Learn about the importance of timely Pay Less Notice
This case emphasises how important it is to issue Pay Less Notices on your contractor or sub contractor promptly and within the …
The amendments to the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 have now been in force since October 2011 and the changes are now reflected in standard contracts …
Read MoreCashflow is the life-blood of any construction business. Without it contractors and sub contractors quickly go out of business. However obtaining payment is difficult and the industry is adept at …
Read MoreWhatever you do you must act quickly and take advice!
Adjudication is a 28 day from the start to the decision process that provides a quick and (relatively) inexpensive procedure for …
As we always emphasise to our clients it is always important to properly conclude the terms of the contract under which you undertake work. Not only is it common sense …
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