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    The document provides a guide on how to effectively write and present construction claims and responses. It discusses different types of claims common in construction contracts and provides a step-by-step process for building a claim submission. It also includes guidelines on how to structure a claim with logical sections and presents sample wording for claims and responses.

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    More information from http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/1935883/

    Construction Claims and Responses. Effective Writing and Presentation

    Description: Featuring a Foreword by Roger Knowles FRICS, FCIArb, FQSi, Barrister

    The book discusses the different types of claim common to construction contracts and presents a step-by-
    step guide which demonstrates the process of building up the submission of a claim.

    It includes guidelines as to how to set out the claim, section by section in a logical manner to ensure that the
    essentials of a successful claim are included. Worked examples of claims for variations, extensions of time
    and additional payment are included together with sample wording showing precisely how the claim may be
    presented in a manner which will lead the reviewer to a logical conclusion - or at least contain a persuasive
    argument to support the claimant’s case.

    The vast majority of claims are managed without the need to resort to case law or legal matters.
    Construction Claims: effective writing & responses therefore discusses what the claim is trying to achieve
    and how to do this in a logical and persuasive manner This is a practical, hands-on guide for the construction
    industry professional which explains how to approach the preparation of the claim document, what topics to
    cover, how to present the essential elements and how to compile the submission document into a user
    friendly and comprehensive document.

    For those whose job it is to review such submissions, it advises how to prepare responses which set out the
    respondent’s counter arguments, points of view and determinations.

    The guide covers:


    - The various types of claim.
    - How the claim may be split into sections dealing with the details of the contract, the cause, the effect,
    entitlement and quantum.
    - What this section is attempting to demonstrate or achieve and why.
    - What should be included within the section and why.
    - Worked examples of typical claims and responses with sample wording.

    Contents: About the Author vii

    Foreword by Roger Knowles ix

    Acknowledgements xi

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1

    Why is it Necessary to Produce a Fully Detailed and Professionally Presented Claim or Response? 1

    The Purpose of the Book 3

    Things to be Considered Before Writing the Claim 4

    The Form of Contract Used in the Examples 7

    Defi nitions 8

    The Example Projects 9

    Chapter 2: Types of Claim 11

    Claims for Variations 11

    Claims for Extensions of Time 16


    Claims for Additional Payment Due to Prolongation 19

    Acceleration and Disruption Claims 22

    Claims for Damages Under Law 25

    The Requirement to Submit Notices of Claims 27

    Interim and Final Claims 28

    Contract Administration and Project Records 29

    Dispute Adjudication Boards and the Like 32

    Chapter 3: Presentation 35

    Presentation of the Submission or Review Document 35

    Writing Style 36

    Making the Document User-Friendly 40

    Making the Submission or Review a Stand-Alone Document 40

    Do Not Assume that the Reviewer has Knowledge of the Project or Circumstances 41

    The Importance of Leading the Reviewer to a Logical Conclusion 42

    Use of the Narrative to Explain Other Documents 42

    Substantiation by the Use of Exhibits and Additional Documents 43

    Compilation of the Document 45

    Summary of the Principles Covered in this Chapter 46

    Chapter 4: The Essential Elements of a Successful Claim 49

    Introduction 49

    Summary of the Principles Covered in this Chapter 75

    Chapter 5: The Preliminaries to the Claim 77

    Introduction 77

    Chapter 6: The Extension-of-Time Claim 101

    The Method of Delay Analysis 102

    Chapter 7: The Claim for Additional Payment 123

    Calculations 134

    Chapter 8: The Appendices and Editing 139

    Arrangement of the Appendices 139

    Editing and Review 144

    Chapter 9: Claim Responses and Determinations 147

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