Smith, Currie & Hancock's Common Sense Construction Law: A Practical Guide for the Construction Professional, 4th Edition
- 17h 29m
- O. Scott Walters, Thomas J. Kelleher Jr.
- John Wiley & Sons (US)
- 2009
Be prepared with the bestselling guide to the laws that govern construction
Knowledge of construction law and employment law is essential to running a successful construction business. This Fourth Edition of the bestselling Smith, Currie & Hancock's Common Sense Construction Law provides a practical introduction to the significant legal topics and questions affecting construction industry professionals. Like its popular previous editions, this Fourth Edition translates the sometimes-confusing theories, principles, and established rules that regulate the business into clear, lay-person's English.
This new edition updates the comprehensive scope of its predecessors with:
- Coverage of the newly issued and recently revised industry-standard contract documents produced by the AIA, ConsensusDOCS, and EJCDC for 2007/2008
- Improved pedagogical tools and instructor support material for use in the classroom
The most up-to-date and thorough guide to a sometimes intimidating but critical aspect of the practice of construction, Smith, Currie & Hancock's Common Sense Construction Law, Fourth Edition gives industry professionals the knowledge they need to avoid legal surprises and gain a competitive advantage.
In this Book
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The Legal Context of Construction
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Alternative Contracting Methods
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Preparing to Work in a New State: Preproposal and Performance Considerations
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Competing for the Contract
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Interpreting the Contract
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The Uniform Commercial Code and the Construction Industry
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Authority and Responsibility of the Design Professional
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Subcontract Administration and Dispute Avoidance
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Contract Changes
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Differing Site Conditions
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Schedules, Delays, and Acceleration
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Inspection, Acceptance, Warranties, and Commissioning
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Management Techniques to Limit Risks and Avoid Disputes
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Payment Bonds
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Performance Bonds and Termination
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Proving Costs and Damages
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Construction Industry Environmental and Safety Concerns
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Construction Insurance
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Labor and Employment Issues Affecting the Construction Industry
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Bankruptcy in the Construction Setting
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Resolution of Construction Disputes
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Federal Government Construction Contract Disputes
