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100			_aYule, I.
245			_aWhat is the use of QSs?
260			_c2001
490			_aBuilding _v266(8177) 23 March 2001, 50-51(2)
520			_aThe general public is largely unaware of the work carried out by Quantity Surveyors (QSs). Describes three valuable roles played by the quantity surveyor in the legal arena - in the world of disputes. Firstly, considers how QSs' work with lawyers as expert witnesses before judges or arbitrators. Secondly, looks at the assistance they provide to lawyers in the preparation of claims. Thirdly, considers how QSs have fared in their role as arbitrators and adjudicators. Some commentators suggest the traditional role of the QS will eventually disappear, and they will instead be called management consultants specialising in construction.
590			_aABS
650			_aQUANTITY SURVEYORS
650			_aDISPUTE RESOLUTION _96236
650			_aEXPERT WITNESSES
650			_aARBITRATORS
650			_aMANAGEMENT-DISPUTE AVOIDANCE, MANAGEMENT AND RESOLUTION-DISPUTE MANAGEMENT AND RESOLUTION-ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION-ADJUDICATION-ADJUDICATORS
690			_aBUILT ENVIRONMENT
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