Construction dispute research [electronic resource] : conceptualisation, avoidance and resolution / edited by Sai On Cheung.
2014
K891.B8
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Title
Construction dispute research [electronic resource] : conceptualisation, avoidance and resolution / edited by Sai On Cheung.
ISBN
9783319044293 electronic book
331904429X electronic book
9783319044286
331904429X electronic book
9783319044286
Published
Berlin : Springer, 2014.
Language
English
Description
1 online resource.
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-319-04429-3 doi
Call Number
K891.B8
Dewey Decimal Classification
343.078624
Summary
The three main areas of construction disputes are discussed in this book namely, conceptualization, negotiation and mediation. Construction disputes serve as the skeleton of the book. This book gives a comprehensive explanation on how disputes correlate with human, legal and economic factor. Negotiation and mediation are considered to be cost-effective means to settle construction disputes. A brief introduction to construction mediation in Hong Kong and other countries is given to let readers have more understanding on this topic. This book is a unique and complete research book on a construction disputes. There are twenty two sections grouped into five chapters, presented in an integrated and a logical manner. Well-established theoretical bases tested by various quantitative and qualitative research methods enrich the explanatory power and broaden the width of discussions. Real life examples and input from professionals enhance the practicability of this book.
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Includes bibliographical references.
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Cheung, Sai On, editor.
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Table of Contents
Construction Contracts
Contracting: Minefield of Construction Disputes
Analyzing Construction Dispute
Negotiating Construction Dispute
Mediation as a Form of Assisted Negotiation.
Contracting: Minefield of Construction Disputes
Analyzing Construction Dispute
Negotiating Construction Dispute
Mediation as a Form of Assisted Negotiation.