Loose laws
Price, N
Loose laws - 2000 - House Builder November 2000, 25(1) .
Examines the area of compensation claims in the construction industry for distress and inconvenience. The number of complaints against builders has increased from 900 to 6,350 cases in ten years. Gives examples of case law covering this type of claim for defective building works and poor surveys. Highlights the recent case of "Farley v Skinner" which marks a turnaround in the law's position by restricting the circumstances when compensation can be awarded.
NEGLIGENCE
DAMAGES
CLAIMS
COMPENSATION
SURVEYORS
BUILDERS
FARLEY V SKINNER
Loose laws - 2000 - House Builder November 2000, 25(1) .
Examines the area of compensation claims in the construction industry for distress and inconvenience. The number of complaints against builders has increased from 900 to 6,350 cases in ten years. Gives examples of case law covering this type of claim for defective building works and poor surveys. Highlights the recent case of "Farley v Skinner" which marks a turnaround in the law's position by restricting the circumstances when compensation can be awarded.
NEGLIGENCE
DAMAGES
CLAIMS
COMPENSATION
SURVEYORS
BUILDERS
FARLEY V SKINNER