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Limitation Periods – When Is It Too Late To Claim?

February 27, 2012| Construction Contracts, Dispute Resolution, Litigation

Can contracting parties choose to alter the legal limitation period for bringing claims under their contract? What are the consequences of failing to bring a claim within the time limit? The law imposes a “limitation period” on all types of … read more

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Adjudication Update

February 17, 2012| Adjudication, Dispute Resolution

Is a clause which allows one party to the contract to nominate the adjudicator valid? Successfully challenging an adjudicator’s decision as a result of a breach of natural justice. Sprunt Limited v London Borough of Camden Bias in Adjudication is … read more

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How Secure Is Your Security?

February 3, 2012| Construction Contracts

Can an employer who benefits from a performance bond provided by a contractor ever be prevented from claiming on the bond? As the number of construction companies becoming insolvent shows no sign of reducing, it has never been more important … read more