Why Do Construction Disputes Happen?

Construction projects are undoubtedly a fertile ground for disputes to arise, when compared with other business ventures. In the first article in this series, I look at some of the reasons why, and what those who operate outside the sector encountering construction projects only occasionally, or on a one off basis, may want to consider.

As well as ensuring that construction contracts and appointments are properly set up in the first place, it is important to have an understanding of the wide range of highly effective and flexible modern dispute resolution methods available for construction disputes, which I discuss in later articles in this series.

Triggers for disputes

Understanding where disputes typically arise on construction projects, and what points those disputes will turn on, is often key to working out the best strategy and means of resolving them.