Professional Services Agreements

1. Auflage 2000
ISBN: 978-0-7277-2884-5
Verlag: Institution of Civil Engineers

Buch, Englisch, 232 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 540 g

Written by an engineer and a solicitor, this is a comprehensive review of the issues that readers need to be aware of when negotiating the minefield of professional services contracts in the construction industry. It is practical and accessible in its approach, and addresses professional obligations when engaged under such agreements.It advises on the principle areas of consultancy risk and makes reference to some of the standard conditions produced by professional bodies.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Edwards, Leslie

Barnes, D. Rachel

Fachgebiete

• Rechtswissenschaften Bürgerliches Recht Privates Baurecht, Architektenrecht
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Bauindustrie, Baugewerbe

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction

The Client

Forming the appointment

General clauses

The Services

Payment of fees

Termination and suspension

Intellectual property rights

Liability for work carried out by others

Agency

Statements, certificates and reports

Insurances and liability

Limitation and exclusion of liability

Indemnities

Set off, liens, retentions and liquidated damages

Assignments and novations

Collateral warranties

Guarantees and bonds

The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994

Law and jurisdiction and dispute resolution

Adjudiaction

Management of risks

Appendices

Standard collateral warranties

Table of cases