Course Description
Don't let claims sneak up on you - learn the right way to avoid them and handle them when they do happen.
You can learn, in just one day, how to handle construction claims without losing valuable project time and money. Our experienced and well-respected professionals can even give you the tips you need to avoid claims altogether. All you have to do is enroll in this seminar today.
Attend this seminar and get valuable information on delays and extra work claims in California construction projects. With the materials and presentations from this seminar, you will have a clear understanding of the effect claims have on the construction and legal processes. Don't learn the hard way - register today to hear from professionals who want to share their hands-on experience with you.
Who should attend?
This seminar is designed for attorneys, project managers,
presidents, vice presidents, owners, engineers, architects, contractors,
subcontractors and contract managers.
Benefits for You
- Minimize losses by incorporating key insurance and indemnification provisions in your contract
- Eliminate the hassles of recovering money owed for extra work and delay claims
- Identify key issues up front to minimize future construction claims
- Learn how to successfully present and litigate disruption and delay claim amounts
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to identify key issues in construction contracts.
- You will be able to describe change orders and change directives.
- You will be able to discuss tips on how to avoid claims and disputes.
- You will be able to explain dispute resolution issues.
Agenda
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
Registration |
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM |
Key Issues in Construction Contracts |
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— Jeffrey S. Conner, Esq., Jennifer Eden and Brian J. Larkin, P.E. |
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- Scope of Work
- Schedule and Payment
- Responsibilities and Indemnification
- Insurance
- Suspension and Termination
- Inspection and Correction of Work
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9:45 AM - 10:30 AM |
Defective Plans and Specifications |
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— Maria Giardina, Esq. |
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- Roles and Obligations of the Owner, Architect and Contractor
- Design vs. Performance Specifications
- Shifting Risks by Agreement
- Legal Theories for Recovery
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Changed Conditions |
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- Obvious Changes
- Constructive Changes
- Excessive Changes
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10:30 AM - 10:45 AM |
Break |
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10:45 AM - 11:30 AM |
Differing Site Conditions |
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— Maria Giardina, Esq. |
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- Types of Differing Site Conditions
- Classification as Type I and Type II Conditions
- Disclaimers
- Legal Theories for Recovery
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Change Order Process |
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- Change Orders and Change Directives
- Compliance With Change Order Provisions
- Proceeding Without Written Change Orders
- Theories for Recovery
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11:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
Tips on How to Avoid Claims and Disputes |
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— Jeffrey S. Conner, Esq., Jennifer Eden and Brian J. Larkin, P.E. |
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- Warning Signs
- Strict Adherence to Government Requirements
- Authority of the Architect/Engineer
- Defective Specifications and Changes
- Schedules and Termination
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
Lunch (On Your Own) |
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1:00 PM - 1:45 PM |
Proving and Defending Claims and Damages |
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— Jeffrey S. Conner, Esq., Jennifer Eden and Brian J. Larkin, P.E. |
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- Call for Help
- Changed Conditions and Delays
- Notice Provisions and Documentation
- Claim Definition and Pricing Elements
- Types of Damage Calculations
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1:45 PM - 2:45 PM |
Insurance and Bonds |
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— Robert N. Berg and Steven M. Cvitanovic |
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- First Party - Property Protection
- Completion and Surety Bonds
- Builders Risk Coverage
- Third-Party Liability
- Basic Liability Coverages
- Defining an Occurrence
- Defining Property Damage
- Contractors Default Insurance
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2:45 PM - 3:00 PM |
Break |
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3:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
Contract Issues |
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— Robert N. Berg and Steven M. Cvitanovic |
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- Indemnification
- Enforcing Contractual Wording
- Effect of Indemnity Agreements
- Waivers of Consequential Damages
- Waivers of Delayed Discovery Rule
- Pay When Paid
- Prevailing Wages
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Dispute Resolution Issues |
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— Brian J. Larkin, P.E. and Clark T. Thiel, Esq., AIA |
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- Initial Decision Maker
- Dispute Resolution Boards
- Mediation and Arbitration
- Judicial Reference
- Accelerated Adjudication
- Litigation
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