Smash and grab here to stay?

Smash and grab adjudications are here to stay, argue Vijay Bange and Oliver Wiliams of Trowers & Hamlins LLP in this review of case law relating to a legitimate strategy purposely sanctioned by the Construction Act.

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Third party insurance for contractors

Insurance expert John D Wright of JD Risk Associates explains what cover is available for liability towards third parties which, although not legally demanded, is essential.

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Short term Brexit boost for arbitration?

Our latest alternative dispute resolution series article comes from Iain Boyle of Clyde & Co who sees a threat from Brexit to the UK’s favoured jurisdiction status for arbitration after a possible short term spike in demand.

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2017 FIDIC Red, Yellow and Silver Books

In December 2017, the Fédération Internationale Des Ingénieurs-Conseils (FIDIC) launched new editions of its Red (Construction), Yellow (Plant and Design and Build) and Silver (EPC) Books.

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New and proposed legislation: State of play table 227

This table, prepared by Clyde & Co, 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 – Gross negligence and wilful default

Although the application of these terms, especially in relation to carve outs in limitation of liability provisions, is growing, there are no definitive English law meanings attributed to either term. Therefore, unless the terms are specifically defined within the contract, the parties will be left to rely on arguments based on contract interpretation.

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News in Brief – March 2018

Lagan Construction Group has put four of its businesses into administration following difficulties relating to delays and disputes on a number of its projects.

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Stay calm and watch the carry-on

The proposed launch of a £30bn contractors framework could normally be expected to set pulses racing in any industry, with everybody keen to learn the details of the procurement process. When it is being launched by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) however everybody stops holding their breath.

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Amey loses Birmingham highways PFI battle

Birmingham City Council has won a long running legal dispute against its highways PFI contractor Amey, which stemmed from conflicting interpretations of the firm’s 25 year contract.

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