Publisher's Synopsis
A clear, concise introduction to construction law for professionals
Construction Law: An Introduction for Engineers, Architects, and Contractors offers a comprehensive review of the U.S. legal environment, focusing on the legal concepts and issues applicable to the design and construction industries. Topics covered include:
- Basic legal principles
- Project participants
- Project delivery systems
- Construction contracts
- The design process
- Procurement
- Pricing construction projects
- Subcontractors and suppliers
- Time for performance
- Construction scheduling
- Contract administration
- The payment process
- Changes to the work
- Differing site conditions
- Termination of the construction contract
- Mechanic's liens
- Construction insurance
- Surety bonds
- Liability for defective construction
- Calculations of damages
- The Economic Loss Doctrine
- Alternative dispute resolution
This book serves as an excellent introduction to construction law for students as well as professionals in the construction industry.
