Warning: building contracts can seriously damage your life

Article Abstract:

The case of Kathleen Saigol, who became bankrupt following a long-running dispute with a construction company over work on her flat in London, England, is discussed. The way in which such dispute can ruin an individual's life is considered.

Author: Franklin, Kim
Publisher: EMAP Architecture
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 2000

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA

Contractual love triangles are being repeated ad infinitum

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the use of various forms of contract in the UK construction industry are discussed. The JCT standard contract is compared with a 'one-stop' form of contract in which the contractor promises to assume responsibility for design, construction and management.

Author: Franklin, Kim
Publisher: EMAP Architecture
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 2000

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA

Signing up for arbitration will not stop you going to court

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the inclusion of litigation or arbitration clauses in JCT building contracts. The provision of the Arbitration Act of 1996 in cases where contracts are broken is discussed.

Author: Franklin, Kim
Publisher: EMAP Architecture
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 2001
Laws, regulations and rules

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA


Subjects list: Construction industry, Column, Contracts
This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.