John Hughes-D’Aeth

Dos and don'ts: Insurance on a major project

2011-11-11T00:00:00

The latest in our dos and don’ts series guides you through insurance on a major project, from what to insure against to understanding what is not covered by a policy

How do I... assemble contract documents?

Assembling contract documents correctly is the secret to ensuring a smooth and dispute-free construction process, says John Hughes D’Aeth. And here’s how it’s done

Damage limitation: Latent defects insurance

2009-07-24T00:00:00

Latent defects insurance is a useful back-up for collateral warranties – it can ensure problems get fixed even if the contractor has gone bust

Rules of engagement

2006-06-30T00:00:00

Last year the British Property Federation's controversial consultants' agreement sparked much ill-feeling. Will a new contract by the Construction Industry Council heal the rift?

Legalaid

2002-11-29T00:00:00

This month our free musketeers reach into the void of adjudication decisions, examine the effects of the aggregates levy on a contractor's tender, and warn of the dangers that lurk in agreeing to pay a percentage fee to a consultant

Legal aid

2002-10-04T00:00:00

This month our experts tackle the quantity surveyor who wants to pay less for three times more, an employer's right to deduct damages from interim payments and how to go about firing your contractor …