Dispute resolution | 18 November 2025
Construction projects are a real headache for project managers – a juggling act among multiple parties, big budgets, and tight deadlines. One of the biggest threats to a successful construction project is the emergence of a construction dispute. These things can blow a project's timeline, send costs through the roof, and leave a lasting stain on professional relationships. This guide...
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Dispute resolution | 23 October 2025
Construction projects are inherently complex to begin with. That's why it's hardly surprising that they often end up in dispute. Those disputes can put a project at a disadvantage, drain it financially, and leave a bad taste in the mouths of all those involved. However, many of these conflicts are avoidable. By being proactive and using the right strategies, you...
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Dispute resolution | 15 October 2025
Construction projects are complex dances of timing, resources and contractual obligations. When one step is missed, the whole performance can go out of kilter and schedule delays can occur. These delays are more than just an inconvenience; they have financial implications and can lead to costly disputes between project stakeholders. This is where forensic schedule analysis comes in as a...
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Dispute resolution | 09 October 2025
Construction and property disputes often involve complex technical details, contractual disagreements and significant financial stakes. When these disputes escalate to formal legal proceedings, clarity and objective analysis are essential. An expert witness is not just a regular witness. They are qualified professionals whose opinions help resolve disputes. Their duty is not to the party that hires them but to the...
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Dispute resolution | 23 June 2025
For industries and organisations where disputes commonly arise - such as in the construction and energy sectors - alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods are paramount. They help you minimise disruption to your business, avoid soured relationships with partners or suppliers, and avoid costly legal proceedings. One example of an ADR is arbitration, a method where an arbitrator is instructed by...
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Dispute resolution | 07 May 2024
In the UK, litigation in the context of construction contracts involves resolving disputes through the formal court system. This process is subject to the laws and procedures of the United Kingdom and is typically used when parties cannot reach a resolution through negotiation, mediation, adjudication, or other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms. Litigation in construction contracts follows the legal framework...
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Dispute resolution | 07 May 2024
Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) where parties agree to submit their disputes to an arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators for a binding decision. Arbitration is a private, less formal, and often more flexible process than traditional litigation. It provides a means for parties to resolve their construction-related disagreements outside of the court system. Key features...
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Dispute resolution | 27 March 2024
Adjudication is a statutory and relatively quick dispute resolution process that allows parties to promptly resolve issues related to payments and other disputes during the course of a construction project. Adjudication is mandated in Section 108 of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996. Here are key features of adjudication in construction contracts: Statutory Framework:Adjudication is a legal process...
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