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Law, disrupted

Big Ticket Construction Arbitration

Oct 25, 2023
James Bremen, partner in Quinn Emanuel's London office and Chair of the Construction and Engineering Practice, joins John to discuss complexities of construction litigation and arbitration, including litigating alleged breaches, project schedule impacts, termination decisions, multiple parties and jurisdictions, selection of professionals, and importance of record keeping and expert witnesses.
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  • Construction disputes involve thousands of separate issues related to contractual and extra-contractual claims, making the evaluation and analysis by experts crucial.
  • Coordination and strategic appointment of arbitrators and experts are crucial in presenting a strong case in construction disputes, given the complexity and costs involved.

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Complexity of Construction Disputes

Construction disputes are different from other commercial disputes due to their multifaceted nature. Commercial cases often involve a single issue, while construction disputes involve thousands of separate issues related to contractual and extra-contractual claims. Unlike other cases, construction projects span many years and involve numerous breaches of contract, breaches of clauses, and valuation of changes. The complexities arise from variations in the work, defects, and time-related issues, all of which require expert analysis and evaluation.

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