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Almost 25 years of adjudication and many contractors still unaware of...
Jonathan Nugent, Managing Director at Arbicon, explains after almost 25 years how many contractors are still unaware of adjudication and the right to adjudicate in construction contracts, losing out on an effective way to obtain payment. A big surprise, but not a shock to Arbicon!
Withholding payment for construction defects
When the final account and final payment must be considered when a construction project reaches completion, it is common for the paying party to withhold payment against what they consider to be defective works.
Construction payment delays: Most common causes revealed in new analysis of...
More than 810,000 invoices were rejected by contractors last year according to a new analysis, here, Causeway outlines simple corrections to avoid construction payment delays.
Why are construction records so important?
Powerful construction records giving evidence of both liability and quantum makes it easier when resolving disputes. Here, Jonathan Nugent, managing director at Arbicon, discusses the importance of keeping records throughout construction works.
The importance of following an NEC contract from the start
John Elven, senior consultant at Arbicon, discusses the importance of acting in accordance with the requirements of an NEC contract as a means of promoting dispute avoidance.
Construction dispute resolution: How to keep adjudication costs down
Neil Boothroyd, adjudicator, arbitrator, mediator at Gateley Vinden, offers a range of insights focused on construction disputes resolution.
What to expect for adjudication in construction contracts
Arbicon – Construction Claims Consultancy specialising in Adjudication and ADR - have put together this complete guide for adjudication in construction contracts, explaining what it is, who can use it, and what to expect.
How to submit a successful loss and expense claim
The term loss and expense in construction is often used to describe any additional costs that a Contractor incurs following breaches of contract by the Employer such as delay and disruption.
How to avoid a Smash and Grab adjudication with Payapps
In the latest webinar hosted by Payapps, a panel of construction industry professionals explored the role of ‘Smash and Grab’ adjudication, why it should be avoided, and the future of payment regulation for the sector.
A guide to adjudication in construction contracts – What to expect
This ebook from chartered quantity surveyors and construction claims consultants Arbicon provides a detailed guide on what to expect from adjudication in construction contracts.
Construction delay analysis – What you need to know
Arbicon, Chartered Quantity Surveyors and Construction Claims Consultants, detail what you need to know about construction delay analysis.
Dispute resolution for construction professionals
Even with the careful drafting of contracts and the best will in the world, costly disputes can still arise on construction projects large or small.
Top 5 tips for defending construction adjudication proceedings
Neil Armstrong, partner and head of the construction team at Myerson Solicitors, offers his top tips for defending construction adjudication proceedings.
Gateley acquires Smithers Purslow for £20m
Gateley acquires Smithers Purslow, a multi-disciplinary chartered surveying practice, for £20m to expand its Property Platform business.
The complete user’s guide to mediation from Gateley Vinden
Chief executive Peter Vinden brings his decades of experience as a mediator to set out the case for pursuing mediation and provides an overview of the process in this complete user’s guide to mediation.
Construction cost inflation: Can fixed price contracts be renegotiated?
Construction cost inflation brings about two problems; trading losses and costly delays. But how does this affect fixed price contracts and can the terms be renegotiated in the event of price increases?
How do I challenge a Pay Less Notice?
Jonathan Nugent, managing director at Arbicon, provides steps to take in challenging a Pay Less Notice and recovering payments due.
Non-payment protection: Top tips for construction subcontractors
What steps can construction subcontractors take to protect themselves against non-payment? Find advice from Arbicon here.
Arbicon – Construction Claims Consultancy specialising in Adjudication and ADR
Arbicon are Chartered Quantity Surveyors and Construction Claims Consultants specialising in Construction Adjudication and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Property bosses banned for abusing tax authorities
Bosses of an East London property lettings company have been banned for 13.5 years, after an investigation found the company guilty of abusing tax authorities and failing to maintain company records.
Construction Case update – Autumn 2021
Welcome to the Autumn 2021 Construction Case Update from Gateley Vinden. Chief executive Peter Vinden examines collateral warranties and Hayley Sullivan, construction partner at Gateley Legal, discusses the Civil Justice Council's report on compulsive alternative dispute resolution.
How does email management work if you don’t have an IT...
How does email management work if you don’t have an IT Manager? Mail Manager, the solution developed by Arup, explores.
Compulsory alternative dispute resolution: A brave new world
Peter Vinden, chief executive of Gateley Vinden, discusses the Civil Justice Council’s report on compulsory alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
When is a Collateral Warranty not a construction contract?
Peter Vinden, chief executive of Gateley Vinden, looks at when a Collateral Warranty is not considered a construction contract.
Gateley Vinden: Summer 2021 Construction Case Update
The Summer 2021 Construction Case Update from Gateley Vinden offers valuable insights on the key issues in adjudication, mediation and dispute resolution affecting the industry.
Working group unveils Scottish retention reform plans
The Scottish Government’s short life working group has set out plans to bring an end to the practice of withheld retention payments and deliver “an essential financial lifeline” for contractors.