"This publication has been prepared for use in conjunction with the mid-winter program of the Fidelity & Surety Law Committee of the Tort Insurance Practice Section of the American Bar Association, held in San Francisco, California on January 30, 1998"--P. iii.

Practical Guide to Construction Contract Surety Claims, Second Edition provides clear guidance on the methods, procedures and case law surrounding the surety process. Whether you represent the surety, principal, or obligee, this one-of-a-kind reference will provide you with the indispensable, practical guidance and reliable tools you need to manage the surety process. Practical Guide to Construction Contract Surety Claims, Second Edition is logically organized around the various types of bonds - payment bond, bid bond, performance bond - as well as the claims that are asserted against those bonds, and the methods of investigation and resolution of those claims. It covers in detail the surety's options for resolving performance bond claims, including: Tender Completion by the obligee Completion by surety Financing the principal This book also addresses matters that affect the claims handling process, such as: Bankruptcy of the principal Claims for extra-contractual damages Claims by the surety against the principal Indemnity for losses sustained by the surety The interrelationship of the surety and the insurance carriers for the construction project Valuable analysis of case law is included within the discussion of each topic, and the relevant facts of key cases are highlighted where applicable. Bonus Interactive CD-ROM Includes All Forms and Documents This unique CD-ROM contains nearly 150 forms, such as sample agreements and correspondence among the parties, providing the guidance you need to act quickly and protect your client's interests in any situation.

CD-ROM includes sample forms in PDF format.

A clear, concise introduction to construction law for professionals Construction Law: An Introduction for Engineers, Architects, and Contractors offers a comprehensive review of the U.S. legal environment, focusing on the legal concepts and issues applicable to the design and construction industries. Topics covered include: Basic legal principles Project participants Project delivery systems Construction contracts The design process Procurement Pricing construction projects Subcontractors and suppliers Time for performance Construction scheduling Contract administration The payment process Changes to the work Differing site conditions Termination of the construction contract Mechanic's liens Construction insurance Surety bonds Liability for defective construction Calculations of damages The Economic Loss Doctrine Alternative dispute resolution This book serves as an excellent introduction to construction law for students as well as professionals in the construction industry.

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This text advances one's understanding of concepts and issues involved in construction law for all fifty states. It provides valuable information about construction contract litigation, mechanic's liens, payment bond claims, trust fund agreements, "pay when paid" provisions, as well as credit management. It also contains over 30 commonly used contract forms.Fullerton & Knowles is a Virginia Corporation representing owners, design professionals, suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors and other members of the real estate and construction industries in the Mid Atlantic region. www.FullertonLaw.com