Avoiding or Minimizing Construction Litigation
- ISBN-10
- 0471546178
- ISBN-13
- 9780471546177
- Category
- Law
- Pages
- 472
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1993-03-10
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons
- Author
- Jonathan J. Sweet
Description
Enables non-attorneys in the construction industry to understand how the construction process and law interact in order to resolve disputes without going to court. Analyzes specific issues concerning contracts, subcontracting, tort claims, insurance and bonds. Recommends strategies for avoiding or terminating litigation if a claim arises. Includes actual case studies and a complete reference of relevant AIA, EJCDC and NSPE documents.
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