Developments in the law of negligence and third-party liability9 June 2021
Construction Partner Barry Hembling and Timothy Goyder give an analysis of recent court cases for the June issue of Construction Law Magazine.
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The Williams-Shapps Plan for Rail – Back on Track21 May 2021
The long-awaited UK government white paper “The Williams-Shapps Plan for Rail” has been published. It contains 62 commitments and in this article we explore some of the key points for the UK rail sector.
Important new guidance on interpreting exclusion and limitation clauses26 April 2021
This article explores a recent TCC decision that has provided long overdue and important confirmation on how clauses excluding or restricting liability for breach should be interpreted.
On site: Spring Construction and Development Legal Briefing28 April 2021
Our expert team help clients manage costs and time risks on construction and development projects and now you are invited to meet them at our live ‘On Site’ webinar event.
WFW advises Deutsche Bank, SACE and SIMEST on €53m Takoradi Market financing29 March 2021
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Defective Cladding and Defective Claims: Naylor & Ors v Roamquest & Anor25 March 2021
In this article we discuss a recent UK TCC case in which the court considered an application to strike out parts of a cladding claim on the grounds that they were insufficiently particularised.
Court continues liberal approach to time bars for combustible cladding claims22 March 2021
This article examines a recent UK TCC judgment that highlights how the courts are willing to adopt a flexible approach to time bars in combustible cladding cases.
Adjudication Enforcement: Be careful what you agree in post-adjudication negotiations15 March 2021
This article examines issues raised about whether an adjudicator’s decision can be settled by a “subject to contract” agreement, following an English High Court decision.
Adjudication after Brexit: an English affair10 March 2021
This article examines a recent case which provides guidance on the powers and proclivities of the English courts to resolve disputes concerning domestic construction operations.
Is there a need for a final account process in construction contracts?4 March 2021
This article examines the need for a final account process in construction contracts, following a recent and important decision for all construction professionals.