Joint and several liability
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The concept of joint and several liability, under which someone who suffers damage because of the actions of more than one other person can sue all or any of them, has a number of serious drawbacks, according to some observers. Most seriously, a defendant who has only been partly responsible for a problem could end up having to pay the full amount of damages. Others feel that the abolition of joint and several liability would create even more serious problems and may work to the disadvantage of the construction industry.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1997
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Pass the portal
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Issues concerning the introduction of Internet portals for construction firms are discussed. The advantages of electronic procurement and order processing are weighed against problems of meeting needs of a diverse industry.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
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My life as a client: All domestic clients want is a quality mark, a simple domestic contract and 5% VAT on repair and maintenance
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Chief executive of the Construction Confederation Jennie Price describes her experiences in choosing a builder and negotiating a contract to extend her house.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
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