Client not paying
Client not paying Problem: I would really appreciate any advice you can give to me regarding a client not making payment.
Construction Law Clinic
Revisions to the original work
Revisions to the original work Problem: I am a self-employed builder and require some advice in relation to a dispute I have with a customer. I quoted and was then instructed on quite a large job (well, large for me). An agreement was also signed.
Enforcing a County Court Judgement
Enforcing a County Court Judgement Problem: In 2020, I had to take a client to court. My claim was for approximately £7,000.00, which represented the outstanding amount on the bill I had sent to the client when I had completed her extension.
Who is the contracting party?
Who is the contracting party? Problem: I am rather embarrassed with the issue I have – I cannot identify the party that I have contracted with!
Can I claim for my losses from a no-show sub-contractor?
Can I claim for my losses from a no-show sub-contractor? Problem: I need some advice concerning whether it is possible to invoice a sub-contractor for failing to arrive on site on a set date which in turn not only held-up the job, but cost my company quite a bit of money.
The definition of practical completion
The definition of practical completion Problem: What is your definition of practical completion? The times I have had this argument with my client’s and / or their professional team is numerous. From my perspective, I consider that the contract administrator should certify completion providing most of the major work is completed – if there are …
Understanding critical path programmes
Understanding critical path programmes Problem: I work for a well known retailer as a building surveyor in the procurement department. I have recently read an article on delays in the construction industry and the importance of having a well-thought out construction programme from the outset, including identifying the activities on the critical path of the …
COVID-19 and the administration of JCT contracts
COVID-19 and the administration of JCT contracts Problem: I am an Architect working in private practice. For administering contracts, I use the JCT. Given the current pandemic, in your opinion, what is the best contract mechanism for administrating pandemic related additional cost claims made by contractors? Response: If you mean how best can an Architect …
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Appropriation of monies
Appropriation of monies Problem: I work for a building company that has enjoyed quite a long relationship with one particular client. The client is a housing developer operating at the high end of the market constructing one-off bespoke houses.
Confusion over extent of works to be carried out
Confusion over extent of works to be carried out Problem: I have a situation which could end up costing my company a lot of money. I run a very successful tiling business. I have 2 retail shops in the East Midlands and a separate contracting company. The contracting company is basically the fixing ‘arm’ of …
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