This workshop discusses the 11 basic types of construction claims included in most standard contracts used throughout the U.S. – AIA, ConsensusDOCS, EJCDC, etc. The workshop outlines the entitlement and causation elements of each type of claim that the claimant must demonstrate to justify their right to prevail and recover damages. The workshop highlights the following types of construction claims – claims for directed changes; constructive changes; differing site conditions; directed suspensions of work; constructive suspensions; force majeure events; delays; accelerations; constructive accelerations; terminations for convenience; and terminations for default. The workshop also identifies several types of potential owner claims against contractors. The elements of the burden of proof required of all claimants are presented. The basic requirements concerning damages are covered. A discussion of claims under various project delivery methods and a summary of an accepted claims preparation and analysis methodology are also included in this workshop. The workshop will conclude with an outline of various dispute resolution methodologies.

The first session discusses the 11 basic types of claims provided for in most contracts,  such as AIA, ConsensusDOCS, EJCDC contract forms.  These claims include directed and constructive changes; differing site conditions; directed and constructive suspensions of work; force majeure; delays, directed and construction acceleration; and terminations for convenience or default.  The session will outline entitlement, causation, and damages for each type of claim.  This session also identifies typical owner claims against contractors.  The session discusses claims under various project delivery methods and concludes with a brief discussion of various dispute resolution methods.  The objective is to provide practical information to the attendees that will allow them recognize potential claims as they start to arise on their projects; understand the burden of proof for each type of claim; and learn how to deal with construction claims and events.  
The second session delves into the arena of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) – ways to resolve claims when negotiations fail in order to avoid taking the claim through the legal process.  The session will elucidate 25 forms of ADR currently in use in the construction industry in the U.S.  Various forms of ADR will be discussed in the pre-dispute phase; the initial claims phase; and ADR methods beyond mediation. The advantages and disadvantages of each ADR form will be highlighted.  The objective of this session is to provide attendees with information on how to select and employ various ADR technique on their projects. 

The first session discusses the 11 basic types of claims provided for in most contracts,  such as AIA, ConsensusDOCS, EJCDC contract forms.  These claims include directed and constructive changes; differing site conditions; directed and constructive suspensions of work; force majeure; delays, directed and construction acceleration; and terminations for convenience or default.  The session will outline entitlement, causation, and damages for each type of claim.  This session also identifies typical owner claims against contractors.  The session discusses claims under various project delivery methods and concludes with a brief discussion of various dispute resolution methods.  The objective is to provide practical information to the attendees that will allow them recognize potential claims as they start to arise on their projects; understand the burden of proof for each type of claim; and learn how to deal with construction claims and events.  
The second session delves into the arena of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) – ways to resolve claims when negotiations fail in order to avoid taking the claim through the legal process.  The session will elucidate 25 forms of ADR currently in use in the construction industry in the U.S.  Various forms of ADR will be discussed in the pre-dispute phase; the initial claims phase; and ADR methods beyond mediation. The advantages and disadvantages of each ADR form will be highlighted.  The objective of this session is to provide attendees with information on how to select and employ various ADR technique on their projects.