The construction adjudicator of the future

Mike Waring, construction specialist and partner at Knights, explores the concept of the AI Adjudicator-bot and delves into how AI can enhance case management, with a particular focus on its application in adjudication.

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Construction Law Guide to JCT Contracts

Our latest Construction Law Guides series article comes from Rachel Chaplin of DLA Piper UK LLP who looks at the Joint Contracts Tribunal range of contracts.

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Review of construction law in 2024

Our review of the construction law year comes from Andrew Croft, Ben Spannuth, Daniela Miklova, Kayleigh Rhodes, and Anna Benz of Beale & Company Solicitors LLP. The courts saw a lot of activity and there were significant developments relating to building safety.

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Scottish construction law review of 2024

Shona Frame and Heather Gibson of CMS review the most significant construction law related developments in Scotland in 2024, of which there were more than a few. A raft of new legislation, significant court decisions and regulatory changes kept lawyers on their toes.

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‘Rational businesspeople’ always trust in Fiona

Jane Hughes and Greg Barton of Trowers & Hamlins LLP analyse a TTC decision handed down late in 2024 holding that claims under the Defective Premises Act can be adjudicated. It suggests that parties should ensure they retain records for up to 30 years after practical completion.

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Remediation Acceleration Plan: mid-rise buildings, high-stakes reform

Dev Desai and Rupi Chandla of Watson Farley & Williams LLP explain what is required under the government’s Remediation Acceleration Plan (RAP) for mid-rise buildings. The RAP risks a plethora of regulations, proposals and guidance which risks muddying the waters further, they warn.

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Insuring Collateral Warranties

In this examination of collateral warranty related insurance our insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates explains issues arising from the extended limitation periods applicable under the Building Safety Act.

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Dispute Review Boards updates

Our latest Alternative Dispute Resolution series article comes from Sarah Alexander of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP who reports on some interesting updates relating to the appointment and use of dispute review boards.

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Legislation state of play table 296

This table, prepared by Alignment Media, provides a regularly amended guide to new and proposed legislation that will affect the construction industry. In addition to EU Directives and UK legislation, the table includes notes highlighting discussion papers issued by both government and non-government organisations, and commentary on the latest developments.

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Legal Terms Explained: Pure Economic Loss

Under English law, ‘pure economic loss’ is a concept that typically arises in the context of the tort of negligence and refers to financial loss that has not been caused by physical damage to property or injury to a person.

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