[PDF] Alternative Clauses To Standard Construction Contracts 1999 eBook

Author : James E. Stephenson
Publisher : Aspen Publishers
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 41,1 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Law
ISBN :

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This valuable reference, edited by one of the most respected names in construction law, presents the modifications and alternative clauses used by experienced attorneys in changing the most frequently discussed and controversial sections of the standard forms. In presenting selected alternative contract clauses to the AIA contracts, this book addresses the concerns of owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors and others who wish to supplement of modify the standard forms, and provides a complete rationale for each suggested modification. Attorneys for the various parties, on a variety of construction projects, can now easily shift project risks and liabilities to better project client interests by employing proven alternative clauses for contracts between owners and architects, and owners and contractors are included, and certain improvements to AIA's cost-plus construction contract forms are presented. the outstanding contributors to this work also address payment disputes that delay damage issues and other frequently contested and amended 'hot spots.' the most comprehensive sourcebook of its kind, Alternative Clauses to Standard Construction Contracts points up the benefits and limitations of each clause as seen from the standpoint of each party involved.

Author : Nick Jones
Publisher : Wolters Kluwer
Page : 1268 pages
File Size : 40,96 MB
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 0735580669

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In recent years, there have been many changes to the construction industry's standard form contracts, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Engineer Joint Contract Documents Committee (EJCDC) documents. Additionally, a new family of contract documents, known as Consensus DOCS was created by agreement among various construction contractor, subcontractor, owner, and surety trade associations" " "Alternative Clauses to Standard Construction Contracts, Third Edition" provides instant access to amendments to AIA, AGC, EJCDC and Consensus DOCS for owners, architects and contractors. This unique resource covers all major documents in use throughout the construction industry and enables you to compare between the different documents. It delivers practice-proven amendments clause-by-clause. It tells you specifically what to insert and delete in order to reach the ends your client desires. And it goes so deep, it even covers contractors amendments for agreements with subcontractors. While it is absolutely essential to stay current with these standard agreements, it is imperative that everyone involved in negotiating and drafting construction contracts also have access to practice-proven modifications that strengthen the language on behalf of clients. If the other parties to your agreement have access to this book--and you don't--you're placed at a significant disadvantage every step of the way. Let the experts from Smith, Currie & Hancock provide you with invaluable support when negotiating or drafting construction contracts.

Author : Glower W. Jones
Publisher : Aspen Publishers
Page : 786 pages
File Size : 13,69 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780735501508

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This Second Edition reflects the 1997 AIA revisions to its standard architect/owner documents and owner/contractor documents. This book addresses the concerns of owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, and others who wish to supplement or modify the standard forms, and provides a complete rationale for each suggested modification. Attorneys For The various parties, On a variety of construction projects, can now easily shift project risks and liabilities to better protect client interests, by employing proven alternative clauses and amendments. The most comprehensive sourcebook of its kind, Alternative Clauses to Standard Construction Contracts, Second Edition, addresses the benefits and limitations of each clause as seen from the standpoint of each party involved.