Legal issues and disputes in construction sector


EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.06.020

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Ms. Mr.Prasad Pawar, Ms. Mr.Varun Raut, Ms. Mr.Vishal Rathod, Mr.Shahfaraz Shaikh, "Legal issues and disputes in construction sector", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 6, Article 20, pp. 1-6, 2023. Published by Computer Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

As there are multiple types of construction contracts like lump- sum contracts, time and material (T&M) contracts, cost- plus contracts, unit price contracts, amongst others, there arise several issues like complicated attestation in the construction contracts, long- duration of construction systems, inconsistent terms in the documents which may beget issues and farther lead to controversies. In India, there are colorful honored styles to resolve controversies arising out of construction contracts, including resolving controversies by way of court action, arbitration, agreement, concession, disagreement resolution boards and judicial agreements. To avoid issues, controversies and losses, the parties entering into a contract must always formulate and subscribe a construction contract. An existent must take expert legal advice on similar matters as soon as possible.

Keywords

ADR, Arbitration, Contracts, Construction, Disputes, Legal issues

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