Construction
Advice, guidance and support for all parties involved in
the construction industry on both non-contentious and contentious
issues, including PFI and PPP.
The range of legal issues affecting the
construction industry are many and varied, as are the related
commercial risks that apply, particularly on larger contracts. The
legal skills required in advising the organisations involved
therefore need to be supported by a high level of commercial
awareness.
Weightmans’ nationwide Construction team meet
these twin demands with a unique combination of skills and
experience. The pragmatic and commercial approach we take is shaped
by the cumulative experience of our expert lawyers, who have either
worked in-house in the construction industry or are dual
qualified.
The range of projects we advise on is a
reflection of the depth of our practice. We advise a cross-section
of the construction and engineering community, in both the private
and public sectors, including PFI work.
As a client in either sector, we can provide
you with advice and support on every area of responsibility and
liability, particularly on contract details and on key areas of
risk and compliance, such as CDM Regulations and Health and Safety
Legislation.
We specialise in drafting and interpreting
industry-wide contracts such as JCT, ICE, NEC and PPC2000, and
advising on the meaning and effect of warranties, bonds and deeds
of novation. We also have extensive experience in the resolution of
construction contract claims by means of adjudication, mediation
and litigation.
As part of our comprehensive service in risk
and insurance issues, we conduct contract audits to identify risk
exposure and provide specialist advice on insurance coverage and
project-specific insurance. In this context, we deal with claims
arising from the use of defective plant and equipment, with
particular reference to contracts, risk assessments and method
statements.