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

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

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