Global recovery or global disaster? [electronic resource]
Language: English Publication details: London RICS 2008Subject(s): LOC classification:- 692.8 $2 18
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Global claims (sometimes referred to as total cost, rolled up or actual total cost claims) are a common phenomenon in the construction and engineering industries, especially in delay or disruption claims. Covers: definitions; problems with global claims. Considers whether such claims are valid in law, in the light of recent judgements, including John Doyle Construction v Laing Management [2007] EWHC 1589. Outlines practical steps to protect against such claims. Considers what to do if there are no records.