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035			_a(Sirsi) u109527
100			_aElias, A
245		4	_aThe American way
260			_c2000
490			_aBuilding _v265(8162) 17 November 2000, 66(1)
520			_aExamines the differences between US and UK construction law, and highlights the advantages and disadvantages of each system. Focuses on risk allocation for projects, payment for contractors, and how materials and equipment are dealt with. The USA provides better protection for contractors as most projects operate on a construction management basis, which means the element of risk resides with the employer. In addition, unpaid contractors and subcontractors can register statutory 'mechanics' lien' in respect to materials and equipment. However, UK contractors benefits from no enforced pay when paid clauses, despite the introduction of the Construction Act 1996.
590			_aABS
650			_aPAYMENT
650			_aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING MATERIALS
650			_aPAY WHEN PAID CLAUSES
650			_aCONSTRUCTION PROCUREMENT
650			_aEQUIPMENT
650			_aMECHANICS LIEN
650			_aRISK
650			_aBUILDING CONTRACTORS
650			_aLIABILITY
650			_aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING CONTRACT FORMS
650			_aUNITED KINGDOM
650			_aUNITED STATES
690			_aProcurement _96260
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