Design-Build Lessons Learned: Case Studies from 2003

Design-Build Lessons Learned: Case Studies from 2003 is a one-of-a-kind guide that provides an in-depth analysis of court decisions issued in a given year on design-build projects. An important resource for anyone interested in construction law, construction project delivery systems, design-build and construction management, this guide will also appeal to those who are involved in arbitration or mediation of construction disputes. This book reviews 62 important design-build decisions released in 2003. It not only describes in detail the factual situation giving rise to the litigation, but also provides informative commentary on the practical lessons to be learned from the decision. The specific topics discussed include: (a) single point of responsibility liability; (b) public sector procurement issues; (c) conflicts in forming teaming relationships; and (d) design-build insurance issues.