Smith, Currie and Hancock's Common Sense Construction Law A Practical Guide for the Construction Professional

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• ISBN13: 9780470231364
• ISBN10: 047023136X
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-01-27
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Knowledge of construction law and employment law is essential to running a successful construction business. Now, industry professionals don't have to rely on lawyers to translate the sometimes-confusing theories, principles, and established rules that regulate the business. Coming from one of the most respected construction law firms in the world, this bestselling guide provides a practical, plain-English introduction to the significant legal topics and questions affecting construction industry professionals. This Fourth Edition offers a complete update of the classic reference, with coverage of the recently revised industry-standard contract documents produced by the AIA, AGC, EJCDC, and others for 2007/2008. The new edition includes a CD featuring sample contracts and documents as well as updated instructor support material.

Author Biography

Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP was founded in 1965. With offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Tallahassee and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Washington, D.C., the firm has nationally recognized practices in the areas of construction law, government contracts, and environmental law. The firm represents clients in all fifty states, as well as Mexico, Canada, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

THOMAS J. KELLEHER Jr. is a Senior Partner with Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP.

G. Scott Walters is a Partner with Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP.

Table of Contents

Preface

Author Biographies

The Legal Context of Construction

Alternative Contracting Methods

Preparing to Work In A New State: Preproposal and Performance Considerations

Competing For the Contract

Intepreting the Contract

The Uniform Construction Code and the Construction Industry

The Authority and Responsibility of the Design official

Subcontract Administration and Dispute Avoidance

Contract Changes

Differening Site Conditions

Schedules, Delays, and Acceleration

Inspection, Acceptance, Warranties, and Commissioning

Management Techniques to Limit Risks and Avoid Disputes

Payment Bonds

Performance Bonds and Termination

Proving Costs and Damages

Construction Industry Environmental and Safety Concerns

Construction Insurance

Labor and Employment Issues Affecting the Construction Industry

Bankruptcy in the Construction Setting

Resolution of Construction Disputes of Federal Government Construction Contract Disputes

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