Managing risks in construction webinar series

Managing Risks in Construction: Fire Safety and Building Regulations

With phase 2 of the Grenfell Inquiry ongoing and the Building Safety Bill heralding increased regulation (and scrutiny), the focus on fire safety for the construction industry will continue.

In this webinar, we outline the key risks for 2021 including:

• The impact of increased regulation of construction products, building safety and those professions involved in the design, construction and management of buildings.
• Claims for recovery of remediation costs against building owners and developers, and construction professionals.
• Wider issues for the sector, such as the cost and availability of professional indemnity insurance for construction professionals and the use of the EWS1 form which has been causing difficulties for residents and lenders.

Watch Partner Emily Monastiriotis' short horizon scanning video here.

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Managing Risks in Construction: Insolvency and Dispute Resolution

As the impacts of Covid and Brexit lead to cash flow issues, project delays and disputes across the construction industry, we take a look at insolvency risk and the key points for construction firms to be aware of. In particular, we look at how to manage litigation, arbitration or adjudications involving an insolvent party.

In this webinar we cover:

• A summary refresher on types of insolvency processes, the differences between them, and the rights which those processes trigger in construction contracts
• New CIGA laws and their potential impact on construction contracts
• The potential increase in disputes, particularly adjudications, and the practical effects of the Bresco Supreme Court decision last year

Watch Managing Associate Kirsten Kitt's short horizon scanning video here.

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Managing Risks in Construction: Supply Chain Risks

Building on the issues highlighted in our insolvency webinar, we look at the impact on construction contracts and insurance cover as the logistical issues likely to arise from Brexit and Covid disruption cause disputes and sub-contractor insolvencies.

In this webinar we consider:

• The contractual allocation of risk throughout the construction supply chain, including force majeure provisions in standard construction contracts
• The contractual obligations and protections that are in place under differing construction contracts, and where issues may arise
• Issues for construction professionals, including insurance cover

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