A classic construction law text Keating on Construction Contracts is a first port of call for all research on the history and principles governing building contracts, their practical application and their interpretation by the courts. Renowned for its accessible style, and reliable authority the title covers all relevant legislation and case law, EC law, and the FIDIC, NEC3, JCT Forms of Contracts and ICE Conditions of Contract.

The book offers solicitors, barristers and construction professionals detailed and authoritative commentary on all issues relating to construction contracts and presents in-depth practical help in a concise style, discussing legal principles, analyzing judicial decisions, interrogating standard forms, and interpreting legislation.

What’s New:

• A new chapter on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
• A revised chapter now dealing with all construction professionals
• Updates on recent appellate and TCC decisions
• An expanded chapter commenting on FIDIC forms
• Commentary on the latest NEC form, NEC4

Contents:

Chapter 1 The Nature of a Construction Contract
Chapter 2 Formation of Contract
Chapter 3 Construction of Contracts
Chapter 4 The Right to Payment and Varied Work
Chapter 5 Employer’s Approval and Architect’s Certificates
Chapter 6 Excuses for Non-performance
Chapter 7 Negligence, Economic Loss, Liability to Third Parties and Nuisance
Chapter 8 Delay and Disruption Claims
Chapter 9 Financial Recovery and Causation
Chapter 10 Liquidated Damages and Penalties
Chapter 11 Default of the Parties ¬– Various Matters
Chapter 12 Various Equitable Doctrines and Remedies
Chapter 13 Assignments, Substituted Contracts and Sub-contracts
Chapter 14 Architects, Engineers and Surveyors
Chapter 15 Public Procurement
Chapter 16 Various Legislation
Chapter 17 Arbitration and ADR
Chapter 18 The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996
Chapter 19 Litigation
Chapter 20 The JCT Standard Form of Building Contract (2011 EDN)
Chapter 21 The Infrastructure Conditions of Contract, 2014 EDN
Chapter 22 The FIDIC Standard Forms
Chapter 23 NEC3 Contract
Appendix A The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 as Amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009
Appendix B The Scheme for Construction Contracts (England and Wales) Regulations 1998, as Amended