Winning Strategies in Construction Litigation

As we move further into the 21st century, construction will continue to be one of the largest sectors of our country's economy. Construction will not only keep an ever-growing part of our population employed, it will also help us keep up with the latest building and engineering technologies available.  However, as with any major sector of our economy, the continued growth of the construction sector will invariably lead to the heightened need for lawyers who are skilled in construction litigation.    

In light of the above, Mr. Volack will discuss the following:

• What is construction litigation?

• Who are its major players, what are their roles,  and how do they interact?

• What kinds of contracts are used in construction projects?

• What are the types of payment structures common in construction?

• What are the types of project delivery structures for construction?

• How does risk-shifting work on a construction project?

• What are the major causes of action in construction litigation? What are the defenses?

• What are the hallmarks of construction litigation?

• What tips and tricks should a construction litigator know and employ?

Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze the legal principles behind construction litigation

2. Identify the common causes of action and defenses used in construction litigation

3. Explore how to shift risk in construction litigation, and on construction projects in general

4. Ascertain the importance of experts in construction litigation