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Construction projects involve significant investment, complex contracts, and multiple parties with competing interests. When disputes arise or legal issues threaten your project, specialist construction law solicitors provide the expertise needed to protect your interests and resolve problems efficiently.
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Construction disputes can be resolved through adjudication within 28 days, making it a cost-effective alternative to lengthy court proceedings. Early legal advice can prevent small issues becoming major disputes.
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Construction law solicitors handle building disputes, construction contracts, defective work claims, construction adjudication, payment disputes, professional negligence claims, health and safety compliance, planning applications, and construction litigation. They work with property owners, contractors, subcontractors, and construction professionals to resolve complex legal issues arising from building projects.
Construction law solicitor costs vary by complexity: contract review £500-£2,500, construction adjudication £5,000-£25,000, court litigation £10,000-£100,000+. Most construction disputes are resolved through adjudication within 28 days, making it more cost-effective than lengthy court proceedings. Many solicitors offer fixed fees for straightforward contract work.
Construction adjudication is a fast-track dispute resolution process under the Construction Act 1996. An independent adjudicator makes a binding decision within 28 days of referral. It's commonly used for payment disputes, contract disagreements, and defective work claims. The decision is binding until final resolution and must be complied with immediately.
Yes, you can claim compensation for defective building work from contractors, subcontractors, or design professionals. Claims can include remedial work costs, consequential losses, temporary accommodation, and diminution in property value. Time limits apply: 6 years for simple contracts, 12 years for contracts under seal. Early legal advice improves chances of recovery.
If a contractor abandons your project, immediately preserve evidence, notify them in writing, engage another contractor for urgent works, and seek legal advice. You may be able to claim additional costs, delays, and losses. Check your contract for termination provisions and consider construction adjudication for fast resolution of payment and completion disputes.
Most construction projects require planning permission unless covered by permitted development rights. This includes new buildings, extensions over certain sizes, changes of use, and work affecting listed buildings. Pre-application advice from the local planning authority helps determine requirements. Planning solicitors can advise on complex applications and appeals.
CDM (Construction Design and Management) Regulations 2015 apply to all construction projects, imposing duties on clients, designers, principal designers, contractors, and principal contractors. They require competent appointments, adequate resources, risk elimination in design, safe working practices, and cooperation between parties. Breach can result in HSE prosecution and unlimited fines.
Time limits vary: 6 years from completion for contractual claims (12 years for contracts under seal), 6 years for professional negligence (3 years from knowledge), and specific periods for adjudication and other procedures. Building warranties typically last 2-10 years. Early legal advice is essential as evidence deteriorates and witness memories fade over time.
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