No time to lose in settling claims
Language: English Series: Construction News ; (6934) 15 September 2005, 40(1)Publication details: 2005Subject(s): Summary: Raises the issue of how, when workloads drop, firms may look to previous jobs with unsettled accounts. Points out that if the gap has been too long the claim may be worthless, as the limitation period for claims starts to run when cause first arises. Consequently recommends starting proceedings straightaway if a claim is unanswered. Suggests checking contracts for stated time periods, as it may include a clause under which rights may be forfeited if its procedures are not followed.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L131045 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 131045-1001 |
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Raises the issue of how, when workloads drop, firms may look to previous jobs with unsettled accounts. Points out that if the gap has been too long the claim may be worthless, as the limitation period for claims starts to run when cause first arises. Consequently recommends starting proceedings straightaway if a claim is unanswered. Suggests checking contracts for stated time periods, as it may include a clause under which rights may be forfeited if its procedures are not followed.