Resolving Contractual Claims and Disputes
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Program Objectives: 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. This program is worth 25 NASBA CPEs. Program Fees: Per participant - USD 3700 Frequent nomination - USD 3330 (including coffee breaks and a buffet lunch daily) One extra free place for every 2 paid nominees on the same program and dates Discount Plans, Refunds & Cancellations Policy Meirc reserves the right to alter dates, content, venue and trainer with a reasonable notice time. Program Outline: | Why Claims Occur - The Red Flags - 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
Contractors Objectives - Profits
- Fair and Unfair Practices
- Keeping Records
Contracts in Progress - Avoiding Problems
- Know Your Contract
- General and Special Terms
| | Claims - Nature of Claims
- Types of Claims
- Claims Process
Quantification of Damages - Types of Damages
- Liquidated Damages
- Actual Damages
- Other Considerations
Dispute Resolution - Negotiation
- Arbitration
- Litigation
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Case Study - Factual Background of the Project
- The Project Events
- Discussion of the Project; Problems and Responsibilities
| Pre-requisites None Delivery Type Group-Live | Related Programs |
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