Description
Book SynopsisIntensely practical and clearly written,
Law in Practice is the definitive jargon-free, professional guide to the law as it relates to a construction project. Addressing all the fundamental issues of contemporary English construction law, it allows architects to make sound judgements, avoid disputes, and run projects on a safer basis. The 3rd edition is now fully up-to-date with all recent changes including CDM 2015, BIM, the 2016 JCT contract suite and the new RIBA Professional Services Contracts.
Trade ReviewPraise for the first edition:
‘A must-read piece of CPD and an important practice information resource: it takes a practical and straightforward approach to explaining the complexities of the law as it relates to the work of architects.’ Angela Brady, RIBA President
‘What makes this book particularly valuable is that it goes much further than an accessible guide to the law: it explains its subtleties and implications as they impact on the professional life of the architect.’ Nick Mirchandani, Director, ArchitecturePLB
‘A core reference material for architects in an era of austerity where it is important that risks are managed and indeed are in line with the level of fee agreed.’ Dale Sinclair, Director, Dyer.
Table of Contents1. General principles of English construction law
2. The laws of contract and tort
3. Professional appointments generally
4. Standard forms of professional appointment
5. Bespoke professional appointment wording
6. Collateral warranties, third party rights and novation
7. The architect’s role within a construction project
8. The role of the architect in relation to the building contract
9. Professional indemnity insurance
10. Disciplinary proceedings and dispute resolution
