Library Articles

“The Deadly Dozen”  
Considering today’s economic climate, contractors would be well advised to avoid “the deadly dozen” – twelve traps that can lead to construction claims.

“Construction Claims Can Be Prevented”  
This short, but painless, quiz is designed to demonstrate the essential procedures that can be used to avoid the possibility of construction claims or, at least, be more fully prepared as an Owner or Architect/Engineer to defend them.

“The Construction Claim”
The success of a construction claim is directly related to the facts that support the claim and the method in which the claim is prepared and presented. This article details the proliferation of construction-related claims and how to prepare them.

“Identifying and Proceeding with a Claim”  
Recognizing and pursuing a contract claim can be vital to a contractor’s success. This article discusses how to be most effective in managing the claims process.

“Partnering in Crisis Situations”
While many articles praise partnering before the project starts, can partnering help rescue a troubled project?

“Use and Abuse of the Measured Mile”
This article describes one method of quantifying the damages suffered by one party because of actions and/or inactions of another party.  This method is referred to as the measured mile.

“Delay Claims: Analysis and Damages”
This article discusses the concept of entitlement on delay claims and addresses various ways to establish the extent of compensable delay.

“The Ins and Outs of Alternative Dispute Resolution”  
Many construction executives, faced with resolving disputes, have questions about the time and cost of litigation.  Exploring alternative dispute resolution procedures may be worth the time and effort.

“Developing a Successful Daily Progress Report”
This article examines the significance and various functions of the daily report as documentation that all contractors should have as part of their standard operating procedure.

“There’s Profit in Taking Pictures”
The old cliché that one picture is worth a thousand words is being given new consideration by many contractors who have found a profitable tool in a camera, and its products - photographs - that show impediments to work progress.

“Pipeline Projects Can Result in Construction Claims – Be Prepared”
The potential for a construction claim developing on your next pipeline project is fairly high. Your success in recovering money to which you are entitled requires a clear and objective understanding of what constitutes a valid claim and having the documentation required to prove your case to your opposition or to a hearing board.