Understand the contract provisions that affect a subcontractor’s ability to recover damages if a project is delayed.
This topic will discuss issues that subcontractors face related to project delays. This information will include categories of delays, causes and effects of delays and how to prove a delay claim specifically related to subcontractors. The topic will also address issues related to commonly found contractual provisions which may affect a subcontractor’s ability to recover damages if a project is delayed.
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to recognize important contractual provisions and their potential impact on a claim for delay damages.
- You will be able to identify categories of delays and causes and effects of delays.
- You will be able to explain how to prove a delay claim.
- You will be able to discuss how to proceed with a claim for delay damages.
Agenda
Typical Subcontractor Delays and Impacts
- Categories of Delays
- Causes and Effects of Delay
- Notice of Delay
Contract Issues
- No Damage for Delay Clauses
- Liquidated Damages
Damages and Remedies
- Types of Damages
- Proving Damages
- Dispute Resolution
Speakers
Ms Danielle Cohen,
Tesser & Cohen- Associate at Tesser & Cohen
- Focuses her practice on construction litigation
- Has represented a diverse range of construction clients, including owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers
- Involved in both prosecuting and defending claims on private and public projects in New Jersey and New York, including delay claims, construction lien, and mechanic’s lien foreclosure actions, defective work claims, bond claims, prompt payment act claims and trust fund issues
- Co-secretary, New Jersey State Bar Association, Construction Law Section
- Can be contacted at 201-343-1100, dcohen@tessercohen.com, or https://www.tessercohen.com/danielle-cohen.html
Who Should Attend
This live webinar is designed for project managers, contractors, subcontractors, developers, principals, owners, suppliers, architects, engineers, lenders, attorneys, and other construction professionals.
