Forensic Construction

Forensic construction is the application of science to decide questions arising from legal disputes over the way in which structures have been built; especially with regard to the type and quality of the structure, materials, and workmanship.

Wednesday, 23 November 2011

THE DUTY TO REVIEW DESIGN

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There is case law which suggests an architect or engineer has an ongoing duty to review their design. The architect is under a continuing...

PERSONAL AND COMPANY LIABILITY

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Individuals who are members of companies may, through their actions, create liabilities – both on the companies and on themselves. This i...

Tuesday, 22 November 2011

Insurance Cover for Construction?

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It is sometimes not enough merely to see that insurance is in place, it is important also to know what is covered by that insurance. ...

Sunday, 13 November 2011

Building over the boundary

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A development in Worcester was hemmed in by surrounding properties. For maximum return, the development was taken to the very edge of th...

Tuesday, 8 November 2011

Exclusion Clauses

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The doctrine of privity poses particular problems for exclusion clauses in contracts. Exclusion or limitation clauses may exclude or l...

Monday, 7 November 2011

Insurance Policies Must Comply with the Governing Law

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Under English law, the principle that a contract must not contain agreements which are contrary to law applies equally to a contract of i...

Building Insurance

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There is clearly a distinction between a building component wearing out naturally and failure due to a defect. When seeking insurance c...

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