A clear, concise introduction to construction law for professionals
Construction Law: An Introduction for Engineers, Architects, and Contractors offers a comprehensive review of the U.S. legal environment, focusing on the legal concepts and issues applicable to the design and construction industries. Topics covered include:

• Basic legal principles
• Project participants
• Project delivery systems
• Construction contracts
• The design process
• Procurement
• Pricing construction projects
• Subcontractors and suppliers
• Time for performance
• Construction scheduling
• Contract administration
• The payment process
• Changes to the work
• Differing site conditions
• Termination of the construction contract
• Mechanic's liens
• Construction insurance
• Surety bonds
• Liability for defective construction
• Calculations of damages
• The Economic Loss Doctrine
• Alternative dispute resolution

This book serves as an excellent introduction to construction law for students as well as professionals in the construction industry.