When Speciality Designs Cause Building Disasters: Responsibility for Shared Architectural and Engineering Services
By , February 8, 2012
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In this article, Circo argues that specialty design-build practices in the construction industry mandate a fresh consideration of the allocation of risk of a building disaster. In his view, the allocation of risk should correspond with the expectations of the involved parties while also addressing overarching public policy considerations. The article raises policy concerns that should inform mediators and arbitrators as they examine risk allocation ofdesign-build construction projects.
