Construction Law An Introduction For Engineers Architects And Contractors Gail S Kelleyauth by Gail S. Kelley(auth.) 9781118229033, 9781118359150, 1118229037, 1118359151 instant download after payment.

For a construction business to function properly, architects, engineers, and contractors need to understand how the various state and federal laws affect their business and how to avoid disputes and exposure to liability. This book offers a comprehensive review of the US legal environment, both criminal and civil, focusing on the key legal concepts and issues applicable to a typical construction project. Construction professionals will find clear, concise introduction to a wide range of contractual issues related to project participants, as well as issues related to the actual construction and litigation.Content:
Chapter 1 Law and Government (pages 1–13):
Chapter 2 Basic Legal Principles (pages 15–28):
Chapter 3 Project Participants (pages 29–37):
Chapter 4 Project Delivery Systems (pages 39–49):
Chapter 5 Construction Contracts (pages 51–66):
Chapter 6 The Design Process (pages 67–76):
Chapter 7 The Procurement Process (pages 77–86):
Chapter 8 Pricing Construction Projects (pages 87–96):
Chapter 9 Subcontractors and Suppliers (pages 97–112):
Chapter 10 Time for Performance (pages 113–125):
Chapter 11 Construction Scheduling (pages 127–137):
Chapter 12 Contract Administration (pages 139–145):
Chapter 13 The Payment Process (pages 147–157):
Chapter 14 Changes to the Work (pages 159–169):
Chapter 15 Differing Site Conditions (pages 171–180):
Chapter 16 Termination of the Construction Contract (pages 181–186):
Chapter 17 Mechanic's Liens (pages 187–196):
Chapter 18 Construction Insurance (pages 197–203):
Chapter 19 Surety Bonds (pages 205–210):
Chapter 20 Liability for Defective Construction (pages 211–219):
Chapter 21 Calculations of Damages (pages 221–238):
Chapter 22 The Economic Loss Doctrine (pages 239–248):
Chapter 23 Alternative Dispute Resolution (pages 249–260):