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Collateral warranties – all that glisters is not gold

Jess Burke and Jane Hughes of Bird & Bird LLP ask whether collateral warranties from an Employer’s agent or contract administrator are worth anything? Examination of the relevant case law suggests they may have some value, but are over-sold and over-demanded.

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Insuring plant and equipment

Insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates explains some of the difficulties relating to insuring plant and equipment. The use of hired plant has grown significantly, but hire agreements can place onerous burdens on hirers, he warns.

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GenAI in [alternative] dispute resolution?

Tracey Summerell of Dentons UK and Middle East LLP examines how generative AI has fast tracked dispute resolution. Human oversight is still required, she warns.

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Legal Terms Explained: Expert Determination

Expert determination is an alternative dispute resolution process in which an independent expert, rather than a judge or arbitral tribunal, is appointed to resolve a dispute.

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Grid connections: why developers should choose their IDNO – not just leave it to the contractor

Guest Editor Suzanna Lashford of Vattenfall IDNO explains that developers could see greater benefits by engaging directly with their IDNO. Informed choices can unlock significant savings, transparency and project certainty, she argues.

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Legislation state of play table 304

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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Reports from the courts: November 2025

Our latest reports from the courts series article comes from Andrew Croft, Ben Spannuth and Daniela Parfitt of Beale & Company Solicitors LLP,  including a judgment  that should encourage adjudication parties to ensure their submissions are drafted narrowly to avoid being bound by unexpected decisions; and another providing a useful reminder that regulatory compliance is not a standalone defence to nuisance claims.

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Design Liability in Flux

Contracts and claims specialist Uditha Tharanga examines design flexibility when liability is unclear. Strategies to proactively manage design risks include fostering collaborative culture and involving the contractor early.

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Construction Law Guide to: Procurement

Our latest Construction Guide series article comes from Daniel Warren of DLA Piper UK LLP who explains the main features of some of the conventional procurement routes used in the UK.

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Appeal Court confirms those responsible for building defects must bear remediation costs  

Dev Desai and Michala Kucharikova of Watson Farley & Williams LLP examine a landmark appeal court ruling that confirms remediation contribution orders can cover remediation costs incurred before the Building Safety Act came into force in 2022. 

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