Foundations of Construction Law
After participating in this course, you will be able to:
• Examine claims arising from construction
• Discover in detail the roles and obligations of contractor/consultant/owner
• Recognize special risk and liability issues
• Apply your knowledge gained to tendering on construction projects
• Determine the type of contract that best suits your needs
• The Canadian legal system
• Basic contract law
• Types of construction contracts
• Construction bidding & tendering
• Construction claims
• Changes & extras
• Hidden risks & delay claims
• Architects & engineers
• Construction torts
• Bonds & liens
Today’s competitive and complex construction industry requires careful consideration in the formation of the construction contract. We all want the work, but are the contracts equitable? Are the specifications and timetable feasible? What is your liability exposure?
Properly prepared engineers, contractors, subcontractors, architects, and developers can avoid anticipated liability, reduce performance disputes and receive payment for performed work. In this course, you will ascertain practical solutions for today’s construction problems. Learn what you should look for in a contract, exposures to avoid, and ways to protect yourself should a dispute arise.
•Project Engineers & Managers • Construction Managers • Government personnel • Contractors • Subcontractors • Architects • Business Owners • Developers
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