Calculating Construction Damages

Calculating Construction Damages
Author: William Schwartzkopf
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer
Total Pages: 488
Release: 2000-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780735514805

Calculating construction damages can be complex and confusing. Written by recognized experts in the area of construction claims, Aspen Publishersand’ Calculating Construction Damages is a one-of-a-kind resource providing step-by-step guidelines for valuing a claim and calculating damages. Calculating Construction Damages keeps you completely up-to-date with the changes in the construction industry, and provides new and updated coverage on: Reductions in scope through deductive changes The meaning and explanation of acceleration The use of the actual cost method and the total cost method to calculate damages The effectiveness of expanding on productivity analysis. The definition of home office overhead costs and the use of the Eichleay formula. The most recent assessment of attorneysand’ fees on Miller Act claims Only Aspen Publishersand’ Calculating Construction Damages leads you through every step you need to take in order to reach an accurate assessment of construction damages. Complete coverage includes: General Principles of Damage Calculation Labor Costs Equipment and Small Tool Costs; Additional Equipment Costs Material Costs Bond and Insurance Costs Home Office Overhead Calculating Construction Damages is organized by type of damage rather than type of claim. Its clear, mathematical techniques will enable you to value any claim and accurately calculate damages.

Productivity-loss Claims Under Accelerated Schedules

Productivity-loss Claims Under Accelerated Schedules
Author: Faysal Usama Jaroudi
Publisher:
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2004
Genre:
ISBN:

Productivity- loss claims are one of the most prevalent types of claims found in the construction industry. The cost analysis and the task of calculating and pro ving damages for loss of productivity represent one of the most difficult problems in construction claims. Calculating this loss is more a matter of judgment than pre cise accounting data, and thus there is no exact calculation method. To enhance the c hances of success, a contractor submitting productivity- loss claims must select the su itable method that best supports his/ her case, provide a breakdown of alleged addition al costs and time requirements, and present the adequate particulars that best substantia te his/ her case. The aim of this project is to present all relevant particulars necessary for contractors substantiating productivity- loss claims under accelerated schedules and for owners verifying the validity of these claims. The project examines the differen t acceleration methods the contractor can resort to, and shows the different facto rs that are affected when applying one or more of these methods. A thorough analysis of the direct and indirect impact of these factors on labor productivity is provided quantitatively using numerical illustrations and qualitatively using graphical presentations.

Avoiding & Resolving Construction Claims

Avoiding & Resolving Construction Claims
Author: Barry B. Bramble
Publisher: R.S. Means Company
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1990
Genre: House & Home
ISBN:

Starting with this catalog, Means offers a select group of references at special prices. These books provide essential information for contractors, design professional, and facilities managers and bring you the expertise of leading authorities. Take advantage of this opportunity to build your reference collection. Demonstrates how to: resolve disputes -- head off claim problems -- manage the claims process, if a claim is inevitable. Includes strategies for evaluating and preparing claims, defending against them, recovering losses, and protecting profits.