Construction Law

<p>This second edition of <em>Construction Law: From Beginner to Practitioner</em> provides a thorough and comprehensive guide to construction law by blending together black letter law and socio-legal approaches. This mixed methodology makes an ideal introduction to the subject for those studying to enter the architecture engineering and construction (AEC) industry in a professional capacity. Designed to equip the student with all they need to know about construction law the topics covered include:</p><ul> <li>the fundamentals of law and the English legal system</li> <li>contract business tort and property law</li> <li>procurement subcontracting and partnering</li> <li>claims damages losses and expenses</li> <li>dispute resolution including mediation arbitration litigation and adjudication</li> </ul><p>The book's suitability for study is enhanced by its logical structure chapter summaries and further reading lists whilst the role of law in achieving a more collaborative and less confrontational AEC industry is examined in detail. Fully updated throughout this new edition includes coverage of post-Grenfell legislation; increased coverage of modern methods of construction and continuously evolving technologies such as BIM and digital twins; NEC4 and the latest JCT contract suite and the Construction Playbook. </p><p>This book is useful not only for understanding the basics but also as a reference that practitioners will use time and again.</p>