Mann, Robert S.

Defect-free buildings : a construction manual for quality control and conflict resolution / Robert S. Mann - xvii, 341 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. - McGraw-Hill construction series .

Includes index.

AcknowledgmentsHow to Use This BookIntroductionChapter 1: A Basic Primer on the Construction ProcessChapter 2: The Construction ContractChapter 3: Why Do Contractors Get Sued?Chapter 4: Background to Construction Defect LawChapter 5: The Most Common Construction Defects and How to Avoid ThemChapter 6: Using Plans, Specifications, and Contract Terms to Avoid DefectsChapter 7: Document ControlChapter 8: Managing Conflict During ConstructionChapter 9: Cost-Saving TechniquesChapter 10: The Lawsuit -- What Happens NextChapter 11: ConclusionAPPENDIX A: FORM OF CASE MANAGEMENT ORDERAPPENDIX B: FORM OF CONSTRUCTION DEFECT COMPLAINT: HOMEOWNER vs. DEVELOPERAPPENDIX C: FORM OF COMPLAINT: HOMEOWNER vs. CONTRACTORAPPENDIX D: FORM OF FINAL DEFECT LIST: HOMEOWNER vs. CONTRACTORAPPENDIX E: FORM OF MEDIATION BRIEF: HOMEOWNER vs. DEVELOPER -- Principal Issues Involve Soils ProblemsAPPENDIX F: FORM OF ANSWER TO COMPLAINT: HOMEOWNER vs. CONTRACTORAPPENDIX G: FORM OF CROSS COMPLAINT BY CONTRACTOR AGAINST SUBCONTRACTORS FOR INDEMNITY AND AGAINST OWNERAPPENDIX H: SELECTED PROVISIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION LITIGATIONBibliographyIndex





9780071479592


Building--Defects.
Construction industry--United States.--Law and legislation
Construction contracts--United States.

343.73078624 M315 2007