Construction Contract Claims: Causes and Methods of Settlement

摘要

This synthesis will be of special interest to construction engineers, contract administrators, lawyers, and others seeking information on settlement of highway construction contract claims. The most common types of claims are identified and settlement procedures are discussed. An increasing number of highway construction contracts result in claims for additional compensation by the contractor. This report of the Transportation Research Board contains information on the most common types of claims, their causes, and procedures used for their settlement.