Delays and associated damages remain among the most common and contentious challenges in construction projects. While delay events themselves may be unavoidable, how parties document and address potential delays can make the difference between amicable resolution and costly litigation. Inconsistent reporting, unclear expectations, and late escalation can turn manageable impacts into prolonged conflict.
Ankura’s Thomas Certo recently shared insights during a panel discussion at the Canadian Institute’s 18th Annual Conference on Navigating Risk in Construction Projects & Contracts, West, held in Calgary. The panel brought together legal and advisory professionals to discuss delays and damages, and to share practical strategies for managing claims and avoiding conflict. The panel was titled Delays & Damages in Western Canada: Legal Strategies for Managing Claims and Avoiding Conflict, and the panelists included:
