
Fundamentals of Construction Claims
A 9-Step Guide for General Contractors, Subcontractors, Architects, Engineers, and Owners
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Fundamentals of Construction Claims
A 9-Step Guide for General Contractors, Subcontractors, Architects, Engineers, and Owners
About this book
Demystify complicated construction claims with this indispensable guide
Given how common complex claims have become in the modern built environment, Fundamentals of Construction Claims: A 9-Step Guide for General Contractors, Subcontractors, Architects and Engineers is an absolutely critical addition to the library of any construction professional.
Written by William J. McConnell, PE, JD, MSCE, CDT, a celebrated lawyer, author, engineer, and expert witness, Fundamentals of Construction Claims sets out clear and concrete strategies for developing a construction claim from beginning to end. The author's straightforward 9-Step method helps readers avoid costly dispute resolution fees by:
- Explaining entitlement requirements for various types of claims, including differing site conditions, added scope, and weather delays
- Offering procedures for calculating delay impacts through forensic scheduling analysis
- Defining, in detail, four simple ways to prove damages
Throughout, relevant case studies are used to illuminate the principles found within and bring life to the concepts the author introduces.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Step 1: Review the Dispute Resolution Procedure
- Chapter 3 Step 2: Define the Type of Dispute
- Chapter 4 Step 3: Fulfill PreāClaim Requirements and Notice Requirements
- Chapter 5 Step 4: Establish Entitlement
- Chapter 6 Step 5: Calculate Delay
- Chapter 7 Step 6: Calculate Damages
- Chapter 8 Step 7: Formatting and Packaging the Claim
- Chapter 9 Step 8: NonāBinding Dispute Resolution
- Chapter 10 Step 9: Binding Dispute Resolution
- Chapter 11 Termination Claims
- Chapter 12 NonāContract Claims and Defenses
- Chapter 13 Allocation of Damages
- Chapter 14 Conclusion
- Index
- EULA