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A reasonable question

Article Abstract:

The House of Lords has recently rejected a claim by a client for the cost of rebuilding a swimming pool which was not constructed in accordance with the contract specification. Instead, it awarded 4,000 pounds sterling for loss of amenity. This case may have much wider implications for the use of the loss of amenity principle in commercial situations. It is also important in terms of the role of architects and other contract administrators.

Swimming Pool Construction, All Other Special Trade Contractors

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Police renew Ashford death inquiries

Article Abstract:

A police investigation is being undertaken following a verdict of unlawful killing at an inquest into the deaths of four men in the collapse of an office building in Ashford, England, in 1995. The building, which was originally constructed in 1969 and was being renovated, collapsed very quickly, and police were originally investigating the possibility of bringing manslaughter charges.

Remodeling and renovation, Office buildings

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Danger - shifting sands

Article Abstract:

An examination of a legal case which the Hammersmith Hospital NHS Trust brought against Troup Bywaters and Anders is presented.

Hospitals, Troup Bywaters and Anders

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