Value judgments

Article Abstract:

The problem of determining the correct sum due as an interim payment, under the UK Construction Act, is often being referred to an adjudicator who may then have to work out the level of payment for themselves. Initially the adjudicator has to review the contents of the contract. If the contract does not solve the problem the adjudicator must refer to the Scheme of Construction Contracts. But the scheme does not define the amount of payment which a payee could request.

Analysis, Administrative procedure

The threat of exposure

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning adjudication in the British construction industry and how insurers are introducing new clauses in their policies to avoid payment are discussed.

Insurance policies

Settle, but not just yet

Article Abstract:

Claiming legal expenses from professional teams may be hard to prove for firms involved in the construction industry who settle claims cases too early, thereby failing to admit total liability. Any settlement case will have to stand up to court scrutiny should further legal action be taken in order to recover costs. Firms should ensure contractor liability in court before costs can be reclaimed from teams involved in projects.

Column, Construction law