Resolving Contractual Claims and Disputes
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
Identify and avoid causes for contractual claims and change orders.
Recognize the different types of claims and how to prevent and/or deal with each type.
Apply, through actual situations, the different approaches to claims handling including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and litigation.
Practice and discuss, through a project, all aspects of handling and resolving contractual
claims and change orders
This Program is designed for:
All those involved in implementing contracts and handling claims and change orders; also those
involved in any step of contract preparation/ administration for them to appreciate the importance
of a well prepared contract.
| Why Claims Occur - The Red Flags |
Claims |
Situations Causing Costly Claims
Contractor Practices that Cause Claims
Owner Practices that Cause Claims
Causes Associated with: Contract Documents,
Contract Awards, Contract Administration and
Claim Settlement Procedures and Practices |
Nature of Claims
Types of Claims
Claims Process |
| Quantification of Damages |
| Types of Damages
Liquidated Damages
Actual Damages
Other Considerations
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| Contractors Objectives |
Dispute Resolution |
| Profits
Fair and Unfair Practices
Keeping Records |
Negotiation
Arbitration
Litigation
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) |
| Contracts in Progress |
Case Study |
Avoiding Problems
Know Your Contract
General and Special Terms |
Factual Background of the Project
The Project Events
Discussion of the Project; Problems
and Responsibilities
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