Contract Law in Singapore

Contract Law in Singapore
Author: Andrew B.L. Phang
Publisher: Kluwer Law International B.V.
Total Pages: 900
Release: 2021-10-21
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9403534400

Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this practical analysis of the law of contracts in Singapore covers every aspect of the subject – definition and classification of contracts, contractual liability, relation to the law of property, good faith, burden of proof, defects, penalty clauses, arbitration clauses, remedies in case of non-performance, damages, power of attorney, and much more. Lawyers who handle transnational contracts will appreciate the explanation of fundamental differences in terminology, application, and procedure from one legal system to another, as well as the international aspects of contract law. Throughout the book, the treatment emphasizes drafting considerations. An introduction in which contracts are defined and contrasted to torts, quasi-contracts, and property is followed by a discussion of the concepts of ‘consideration’ or ‘cause’ and other underlying principles of the formation of contract. Subsequent chapters cover the doctrines of ‘relative effect’, termination of contract, and remedies for non-performance. The second part of the book, recognizing the need to categorize an agreement as a specific contract in order to determine the rules which apply to it, describes the nature of agency, sale, lease, building contracts, and other types of contract. Facts are presented in such a way that readers who are unfamiliar with specific terms and concepts in varying contexts will fully grasp their meaning and significance. Its succinct yet scholarly nature, as well as the practical quality of the information it provides, make this book a valuable time-saving tool for business and legal professionals alike. Lawyers representing parties with interests in Singapore will welcome this very useful guide, and academics and researchers will appreciate its value in the study of comparative contract law.

Contract Administration and Procurement in the Singapore Construction Industry (Second Edition)

Contract Administration and Procurement in the Singapore Construction Industry (Second Edition)
Author: Pin Lim
Publisher: World Scientific the Built Env
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2020
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9789811218149

"This book seeks to educate and equip aspiring professionals, industry practitioners, and students in the knowledge and practice of contract administration and procurement in the Singapore Construction Industry. It discusses the roles of and relationships between the different parties (e.g. Owner, Architect, Quantity Surveyor), tendering procedures, project delivery methods, payments, variations, final account, and other aspects for the administration of construction contracts in Singapore. This second edition has been updated to include: Tender Evaluation in procuring Consultants using the Quality Fee Method, Tender Evaluation in procuring Contractors using the Price Quality Method, and Payment Claim and Payment Response as amended by the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment (Amendment) Act 2018, and amended Regulations 2019. The book is written in an easy and readable form. Technical jargon is minimised. The topics include both common and less common issues in industry that practitioners and students should be aware. Most of the examples are obtained from industry (with modifications) and reflect current practices. Timelines, flowcharts, sample forms, sample letters, and other documents illustrating the processes are provided in this work, for the easy understanding of the readers. The contract administration process takes into account the Singapore Institute of Architects' Measurement Contract (9th Edition), the Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract for Construction Works (7th edition), and also the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act"--

Construction Law Handbook

Construction Law Handbook
Author:
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 904
Release: 2000
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780727728838

- The planning system - Financing the project - Public sector projects - Public/private sector partnerships - Tender process - The construction contract - Construction insurance - Ways of operating - Working with others - Working internationally - The engineer's appointment - Collateral warranties - Professional indemnity insurance - Copyright and intellectual property - Employment law - Computers and IT - Law of contract - Law of tort - Environmental law - Health and safety law - Insolvency in construction - Administration of claims - Litigation - Arbitration - Adjudication

Understanding and Negotiating Construction Contracts

Understanding and Negotiating Construction Contracts
Author: Kit Werremeyer
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2023-07-19
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1394150202

Understanding and Negotiating Construction Contracts The complexities of construction contracts are made easy with this thorough and readable guide Construction contracts can be complex for both owners and contractors. For contractors, negotiating fair and balanced commercial terms in contracts is just as important as properly managing projects; a properly negotiated contract can mitigate unnecessary risk and unnecessary risk transfer. This, in turn, reduces exposure to financial liability for the contractor and for avoidance of contract claims and disputes. Understanding and Negotiating Construction Contracts provides a comprehensive and readable introduction to the world of construction contracts. Providing, for example, coverage of the four most common types of contracts—lump sum/fixed-price, cost-plus, time-and-materials, and unit-pricing—it promises to reduce uncertainty and allow contractors to enter contractual negotiations with greater confidence to be able to achieve a fair and balanced contract. This updated new edition reflects the up-to-date best practices to understand how to better negotiate the commercial terms and conditions in construction contracts. Readers of the second edition of Understanding and Negotiating Construction Contracts will also find: Updated information on indemnity, insurance, and negotiation An all-new chapter with a contract analysis checklist Real-world examples drawn from small residential, retail, large commercial, and international projects Understanding and Negotiating Construction Contracts is essential for construction professionals and college students studying construction contracts and the liabilities arising out of them.

Construction Law

Construction Law
Author: Julian Bailey
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 1555
Release: 2016-07-22
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1317213416

Now in its second edition, Construction Law is the standard work of reference for busy construction law practitioners, and it will support lawyers in their contentious and non-contentious practices worldwide. Published in three volumes, it is the most comprehensive text on this subject, and provides a unique and invaluable comparative, multi-jurisdictional approach. This book has been described by Lord Justice Jackson as a "tour de force", and by His Honour Humphrey LLoyd QC as "seminal" and "definitive". This new edition builds on that strong foundation and has been fully updated to include extensive references to very latest case law, as well as changes to statutes and regulations. The laws of Hong Kong and Singapore are also now covered in detail, in addition to those of England and Australia. Practitioners, as well as interested academics and post-graduate students, will all find this book to be an invaluable guide to the many facets of construction law.