10/4/2017· Construction
A Reasonable Method to Estimate Loss of Labor Productivity Due to Overtime
In the construction industry, it is largely agreed that overtime work adversely affects labor productivity. However, there is no universally accepted method for estimating the resulting loss of productivity, and many of the studies commonly used to estimate such losses have been subject to criticism by industry experts and the courts.
4/11/2005· Construction
Things You Can Do To Avoid Conflict In The Design And Construction Of Building Projects
By: William R. Acorn
Introduction: In our first Volume of the Forensic Exchanger, we discussed some of the all too many reasons why HVAC systems fail. If you missed that edition and are interested in that topic e-mail us and we will gladly send it to you. We will follow up with more discussion of that important topic in later editions
4/13/2012· Construction
Construction Disputes: Schedule and Delay Analysis Methodologies
The equitable allocation of responsibility for project delays is essential to the resolution of many construction disputes. Contractors frequently assert that they have been delayed for reasons beyond their control. Owners often remain unconvinced that the Contractor is legitimately entitled to a time extension or delay, acceleration and loss of productivity damages.
9/21/2004· Failure Analysis
Contemporary Skin Barrier Wall Design And Water Leakage
For hundreds of years, building walls were constructed of stone or brick and were sometimes several feet thick. Such massive walls served well not only to sup port the floors and roof but also to keep out the weather
8/13/2013· Construction
Construction Claims For Variation in Quantity
A component of a construction claim often relates to the cost, quantity, and quality of the materials that the contractor installed on a project. The contractor frequently purchases these materials and agrees to install the quantities of materials on a unit price basis, i.e., a unit price that includes both the cost of the materials and the cost to install them.
7/5/2022· Construction
Assessment Of Problems Associated With Poor Project Management Performance
The purpose of this paper is to provide an explanation of the methodology and resources that Long International uses to arrive at its opinions on allocation of the responsibility for various problems, and the impact of those opinions on the parties’ entitlement to damages or extensions of the time of performance allowed under a Contract.
4/28/2022· Construction
Schedule And Delay Analysis Methodologies
The equitable allocation of responsibility for project delays is essential to the resolution of many construction disputes. Contractors frequently assert that they have been delayed for reasons beyond their control. Owners often remain unconvinced that the Contractor is legitimately
9/27/2013· Construction
Discrete Damages/Cost Variance Analysis Method for Quantifying Damages in Construction Claims
The "discrete damages/cost variance analysis method" for quantifying construction claim damages involves the specific distribution of all costs incurred on the project rather than quantifying only certain parts of the cost or damage analysis as may be used in the other methods.
11/13/2017· Construction
Acceleration Claims on Engineering and Construction Projects
Time is money especially on engineering and construction projects. Because delays in the completion of the project usually result in increased owner, engineer, and contractor costs, the overall time of performance is vital to the financial success of the project. The importance of time is evidenced by the significant role played by CPM schedules, completion dates, and milestones in the bidding and awarding of engineering and construction contracts. The desire to minimize costs and the time of performance often causes the occurrence of acceleration.
12/17/2012· Construction
The Importance and Value of "Notice" Provisions in Construction Contracts
Most construction contracts, whether they are standard or customized forms, usually contain specific provisions related expressly to the process of giving "notice." The notice generally refers to an obligation on the part of the Contractor to notify the relevant party administering the contract, normally the architect, resident engineer, or owner's representative, of a claim or change event that gives rise to possible additional entitlement for time and/or cost.
by Benjamin J. Cantor
by Gregory T. Whitman, MD & Robert W. Baloh, MD
by Thomas J. Berger, MD
