Without a safety net
Article Abstract:
A net contribution clause can be a key element of a construction contract. This clause seeks to ensure that, in cases where two or more parties are liable for the same damage, each party's liability is limited to the amount for which that party is responsible. If a net contribution clause is not in the contract, one party may be liable to pay all the damages for a breach for which others are also responsible. The importance of a net contribution cause has been highlighted by the legal battle between Co-operative Retail Services, Wimpey, Taylor Young, Hoare Lea & Partners and Hall Electrical over liability for losses arising from a fire.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
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Think before you sign
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It has become common for construction industry clients in the UK to put pressure on consultants to sign documents setting out complex, and in some cases onerous, terms of appointment. It has sometimes happened that these documents have not been signed, and have later been almost completely overlooked. However, some are now being brought out again, perhaps some considerable time after the completion of the project to which they relate. Consultants should be very cautious about signing such a document, bearing in mind that a contract already exists.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 1997
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Not entirely acceptable
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Issues are presented concerning the care which should be taken by consultants in the construction industry who are required to agree to "entire agreement clauses" within their contracts of employment.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2001
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