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Smith, Currie & Hancock's Federal Government Construction Contracts: A Practical Guide for the Industry Professional, 4th edition [250036]

  £75.00
Knowledge of construction law and employment law is essential to running a successful construction business. Now, industry professionals don't have to rely on lawyers to translate the sometimes-confusing theories, principles, and established rules that regulate the business. Coming from one of the most respected construction law firms in the world, this bestselling guide provides a practical, plain-English introduction to the significant legal topics and questions affecting construction industry professionals. This Fourth Edition offers a complete update of the classic reference, with coverage of the recently revised industry-standard contract documents produced by the AIA, AGC, EJCDC, and others for 2007/2008. The new edition includes a CD featuring sample contracts and documents as well as updated instructor support material.

Contents:

Author Biographies.

1. The Legal Context of Construction.

2. Alternative Contracting Methods.

3. Preparing to Work In A New State: Preproposal and Performance Considerations.

4. Competing For the Contract.

5. Intepreting the Contract.

6. The Uniform Construction Code and the Construction Industry.

7. The Authority and Responsibility of the Design official.

8. Subcontract Administration and Dispute Avoidance.

9. Contract Changes.

10. Differening Site Conditions.

11. Schedules, Delays, and Acceleration.

12. Inspection, Acceptance, Warranties, and Commissioning.

13. Management Techniques to Limit Risks and Avoid Disputes.

14. Payment Bonds.

15. Performance Bonds and Termination.

16. Proving Costs and Damages.

17. Construction Industry Environmental and Safety Concerns.

18. Construction Insurance.

19. Labor and Employment Issues Affecting the Construction Industry.

20. Bankruptcy in the Construction Setting.

21. Resolution of Construction Disputes of Federal Government Construction Contract Disputes.
Smith, Currie & Hancock\'s Federal Government Construction Contracts: A Practical Guide for the Industry Professional, 4th edition
Author:  Kelleher, Thomas J.
Date Published:  February 2009
Document Type:  Books
Format:  Hardback
ISBN:  047023136X
ISBN13:  9780470231364
Pages:  736
Publisher:  John Wiley & Sons Inc.
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