In our construction law update Fenella Mason, James Forbes and Gavin Paton cover the changing market practice in response to coronavirus. They discuss the following topics:
- Why are some contracts being pulled or delayed?
- Why contract in the current environment?
- Are COVID-19 specific contract terms being developed?
- How can I generate my contract and have it executed?
- What will post pandemic contracts look like?
- What does the latest guidance say?
- What “Hot Topics” are we seeing?
- Bonds and Guarantees
The information included in this webinar does not constitute legal advice, for specific queries please get in touch with your usual Burness Paull contact.
James Forbes
Partner
Construction
James is dual qualified and acts for both the public and private sector on a number of high value capital projects, across a range of sectors.
Gavin Paton
Partner
Construction
Gavin operates in the construction & engineering, projects, process plant and outsourcing sectors.
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