All articles by Stephanie Canham – Page 2
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Legal: Time to take the pledge
Why not sign up for the use of early intervention and conflict avoidance methods to nip costly disputes in the bud?
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Construction projects: termination without tears
Stephanie Canham on a case that underlines the importance of seeking legal advice before initiating termination
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Should we retain retentions?
It looks as though it is finally time to rethink the practice of withholding cash retentions on building projects
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Legal: Claiming for remedial work
If remedial works are needed, what steps should be taken to recover the costs?
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The Great Escape? A fresh look at exclusion clauses
The Court of Appeal’s recent decision which concerned an exclusion clause intended to limit liability for claims could have a serious effect on the interpretation of such clauses in negotiated agreements
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Contracts: Getting the foundations right
A fitness for purpose obligation has been ratified by the highest court in the land – that has got people talking
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Holding back
Withholding retention money is one of the most controversial practices in the construction industry today. But with reform delayed, what can subcontractors do to protect themselves?
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A cap in liability: The absolute limit
Contractual limitation of liability and whether such clauses say what they are intended to mean is an issue regularly aired in court
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Out off site, out of mind?
Modular construction is gaining support from major clients but the point at which legal ownership of off-site goods and materials passes to the purchaser is a crucial question
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Here today, gone tomorrow?
What are the main concerns for the industry as it moves into 2017?
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In the frame
Frameworks are here to stay but they don’t always run smoothly. A new tool aims to improve the process of collaboration by offering a standard model to work to
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The Insurance Act 2015 – No ask no tell?
On 12 August, the Insurance Act 2015 came into force, sweeping aside more than 100 years of legislation
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Brexit: The winds of change?
A post-Brexit UK could see new industry trends. Will construction management be back on the agenda?
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Brexit: Apocalypse now or just bad weather?
There must be changes to accommodate a new political and economic landscape
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Contract variations: Mixed messages
Preventing certain forms of communication from having authority on a contract may take more than a note in the terms and conditions
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Low pay? It’s criminal
It is an offence for employers not to pay the National Living Wage. Construction firms will have to examine contractual arrangements
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Mind the insurance gap
JCT’s attempts to simplify construction insurance still has its limitations
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Payments: Fair dues
When administering payments under a construction contract, it is wise to follow its terms strictly and to remain vigilant - or end up paying more than you owe
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