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Construction Law in the 21st Century - New Book available

Construction law in the 21st Century

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Marking the 35th anniversary of the Centre of Construction Law & Dispute Resolution at King’s College London, this volume brings together a large group of reputed contributors to create a comprehensive and authoritative guide cutting across all key areas of contemporary construction law, ranging from construction arbitration to procurement and contract law.

Edited by Professor Renato Nazzini.

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Construction Law Reporter

A&V BUILDING SOLUTION LTD v J&B HOPKINS LTD

Fees of adjudicator – Liability to pay – Award of interest
Online Published Date:  16 Sep 2024

MAGNETIC SHIELDS LTD v VACUUM AND ATMOSPHERE SERVICES LTD

Terms of contract – No oral modification clause – Defective refurbishment – Measure of damages
Online Published Date:  16 Sep 2024

Construction law in 2023: a review of key legal and industry developments

This article provides an overview of some of the most important construction case law, industry and procedural developments over the course of 2023. 

Its jurisdictional scope encompasses England and Wales, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore and UAE with subject matter including contractual interpretation, professional negligence, adjudication enforcement, assignment and limitation. The review also celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Technology and Construction Court and provides a snapshot of trends and ongoing disputes to keep an eye on in 2024.

Key judgments analysed include URS Corporation Ltd v BDW Trading Ltd [2023] BLR 437, Kajima Construction Europe (UK) Ltd and Another v Children's Ark Partnership [2023] BLR 271 and Panther Real Estate Development LLC v Modern Executive Systems Contracting LLC [2023] BLR 552.

The article is available at https://www.i-law.com/ilaw/doc/view.htm?id=438082

 

Building Law Reports

MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL COMPANY LTD v UNITED UTILITIES WATER LTD (NO 2)

[2024] BLR 477
Nuisance – Fulfilment of statutory function by statutory sewage undertaker – Whether potential cause of action on part of landowner was excluded by statute – Express or implied statutory removal of rights – Water Industry Act 1991 – Consolidation statute.

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International Construction Law: An Overview

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Edited by Wolfgang Breyer, this book offers an in-depth analysis of international construction law from all the major jurisdictions of the world, alongside their relevant contract law principles.

With each chapter written by an experienced legal professional operating in that region, International Construction Law: An Overview covers subjects including: taking over, defects liabilities, warranties, design issues, termination, bonds and guarantees, limitation of liability, and more.

Our collection of books on FIDIC contracts

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FIDIC contracts are the most widely used contracts for international construction projects around the world and are used in many different jurisdictions. Donald Charrett's series of books discussing their use includes:

FIDIC Contracts in Africa and the Middle East: A Practical Guide to Application

FIDIC Contracts in Asia Pacific: A Practical Guide to Application

FIDIC Contracts in the Americas: A Practical Guide to Application

FIDIC Contracts in Europe: A Practical Guide to Application

Each of these titles can be accessed as part of the Construction channel on i-law.

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