As reality starts to sink in, we start to look at what happens now for the construction, engineering and manufacturing sector. At the moment, uncertainty reigns, both economically and politically. [Read More...]

Is an expert witness always required? And if they are, what are their duties, both to the court and the party relying on the evidence they provide? [Read More...]

The financial consequences for contractors, sub-contractors and consultants who are sued for breaching the terms of a construction contract can be ruinous. It is understandable, and some would say sensible, for parties to try and limit or exclude their liability. [Read More...]

A referendum on whether Britain should remain in the European Union is to be held on Thursday, 23rd June 2016. Britain leaving the EU (popularly known as a ‘Brexit’) could have profound consequences on all UK industries and construction is no exception. [Read More...]

If you have received an invoice and believe that the fee has been wrongly applied, then you can challenge it. [Read More...]

Now that the stakes are so much higher and the potential impact on both shareholder dividends and directors’ liberty have increased significantly, it is imperative to select experienced, specialist legal counsel when faced with prosecution for health & safety or corporate manslaughter offences. [Read More...]

In early February 2016, Mr Justice Coulson handed down judgment in the case of Deluxe Art & Theme Limited v Beck Interiors Limited. The case is of significance because it is the first time the Court has provided guidance on a wider interpretation of Paragraph 8(1) of the Scheme for Construction Contracts Regulations 1998, which deals with the adjudication of more than one dispute from the same parties. [Read More...]

Regardless of the effort and preparation you and your legal team put into drafting and negotiating a clear, concise construction contract; disputes will sometimes occur. [Read More...]