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ADR | 14 October 2025
When things go wrong in the construction industry, they can lead to project delays, significant financial losses and prolonged disputes. Choosing the right path for resolving disputes is key to minimising these impacts. The two main options are traditional construction litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Understanding the key differences between these is crucial for anyone in the construction sector...
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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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Legislation | 09 October 2025
Construction projects involve many parties, detailed plans and significant investment. Although the goal is to complete the building successfully, disputes often occur. One of the most challenging aspects is construction defect litigation. Defects in a project can lead to costly repairs, delays and strained business relationships. It's essential for everyone involved, from property owners to construction companies, to understand common...
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Change | 06 October 2025
In recent years, inflation has hit the UK construction industry hard. Contractors and subcontractors have faced rising costs across the board – from materials and labour to energy and financing. An example of rising costs and inflation can be seen in the sale of essential construction materials such as concrete, steel, insulation and timber, which have increased by as much...
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Loss and expense | 02 September 2025
Construction delays are all too common, but they aren’t only an inconvenience; they also come with a hefty price tag, and with it the question of who is responsible for the costs? This is where prolongation costs come in. As a construction contractor or client, it’s important you understand what prolongation costs are and how they work because the more...
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Experience and cases | 01 September 2025
Due to the fast-paced and demanding nature of London’s construction scene, working with a Chartered Quantity Surveyor can drastically improve your chances of a successful project. From skyscrapers in Canary Wharf to heritage building renovations in Westminster, every project requires financial control and commercial expertise - which is where a Chartered Quantity Surveyor can help. These professionals are the bridge...
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Experience and cases | 01 September 2025
Property and construction disputes can be complex and require technical knowledge that goes beyond standard legal expertise. Whether you’re dealing with boundary disputes, building defects or construction disputes, the technical aspects of these cases often require professional interpretation and analysis. Expert witness building surveyors bridge the gap between technical construction knowledge and legal proceedings. They do more than standard surveying...
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Experience and cases | 01 September 2025
Disputes are commonplace in the energy sector, and there is no surprise why, given that the industry is very technically complex and financially significant. Energy projects, whether it's offshore wind farms or oil and gas extraction operations, involve significant engineering, substantial capital investment, and a lot of complex regulatory compliance. But when disputes arise, expert witness services can and do...
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Planning and delay analysis | 01 September 2025
Construction projects are complicated and require careful planning, coordination and execution. Despite the best efforts of project teams, delays are a reality that can blow out timelines, drive up costs and strain relationships between stakeholders. When disputes arise over project delays, forensic planning and delay analysis are essential tools to understand what went wrong, who is to blame and how...
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AI | 04 August 2025
Traditional quantity surveying is changing. Previously, the industry relied on manual processes, including manual measurements, calculations, and paper-based documentation, and had limited opportunities for collaboration. However, technological advancements are now helping to evolve the industry; the likes of AI, cloud-based platforms, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) are all shaping and promising to enhance quantity surveying. Digital transformation can help automate...
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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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The Big 5 | 03 June 2025
Construction projects often encounter many challenges, with the most common ones including disputes, delays and cost overruns. Once these challenges escalate into formal claims or legal proceedings, there are two types of specialists who can help: Quantum Experts and Delay Analysts (often referred to collectively as Quantum and Delay Experts). By providing technical and contractual expertise, these professionals can identify...
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