In this episode, founder and CEO of Built By Us, Danna Walker joins Crystal Jenkins for a conversation about the skills gap in construction. With a conservative estimate of 45,000 workers needed in the UK by 2027, drastic measures are needed if we are to attract and retain the best talent. The pair share their experiences as women working in the in…

In this compelling episode, construction experts Paul Sills and Guy explore the evolving dynamics of mediation within the construction and engineering sectors. They discuss the crucial role of construction expert witnesses in mediation, explaining how their involvement reshapes dispute resolution. Discover why mediation, supported by construction e…

In this compelling episode, Paul Sills and Guy delve into the crucial role of Construction Expert Witnesses within tribunals, courts, and adjudications. They explore how these experts significantly impact the dispute resolution process, shedding light on their essential contributions to legal proceedings involving construction disputes. Discover wh…

Construction Experts - Paul and Guy discuss different tribunals and different types of expert. How do they all work and relate to each other? What’s a ‘Part 35’ Expert and why do we have them? Should this be the standard for all expert work? Can an advisor be an expert? The pair take a look at the importance of an expert ’sticking to their lane’ an…

In this episode, Guy talks to Kort Egan of Gatehouse Chambers about the enforcement of adjudication decisions. In the second of the two-part episode, we look at settlements - can you enforce a decision after you’ve agreed on a settlement? The team also look at insolvency and dealing with parties who can’t pay. Also - what about costs? How do courts…

In this episode, Guy Jackson talks to Kort Egan of Gatehouse chambers about the enforcement of adjudication decisions. How are adjudication decisions treated when parties look to obtain or resist the decision they’ve been awarded? The pair look at the background to enforcement and its purpose. Can enforcement be easily resisted? Should enforcement …

In this episode, Jason and Guy are joined again by Carly Thorpe, Partner at Law firm Walker Morris. The trio discuss methods for avoiding disputes. What is the best way to minimise the risk of legal fees? How should you manage your contract and ensure the best possible outcome?द्वारा Overford

Jason and Guy are joined again by Carly Thorpe, Partner at Walker Morris. The team take a look at some of the different forums for dispute resolution - how they work and what the advantages and disadvantages of each are. The episode features: 00'30" - Introduction to the different forums. 01'00" - Litigation - going to court to resolve a dispute. 0…

Guy and Jason are joined by Carly Thorpe, Partner at law firm, Walker Morris. They look at 'Smash and Grab' adjudications. What is a smash and grab adjudication, why do they arise, what does the construction act say. What do contracts say and is it possible to improve the system as it stands, using the contract? Will ‘the scheme’ step in if the con…

Guy and Jason take a look at the importance of record-keeping in construction. What records should you be keeping? How should you keep them and where? How important are records if you later need to rely upon them in the event of a claim or dispute?द्वारा Overford

In this episode Guy and Jason have a chat about the role of experts. Looking at everything from the importance of conflict checks and impartiality through to the different types of experts. They will discuss why training is so important. Guy and Jason start by looking at appointing a part 35 expert.द्वारा Overford