TITLE

Why the construction contract is important

AUTHOR(S)

Goldstein, Alan H.; Brooke, Susan R.

PUB. DATE

October 1993

SOURCE

Indianapolis Business Journal;10/18/93, Vol. 14 Issue 29, The Law Journal p20

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Gives suggestions in drafting and negotiating a construction contract. Avoiding standard forms; Ensuring that the contract structure fits the project; Defining the project; Allocating the risks fairly; More.

ACCESSION #

9402100594

Tags: CONSTRUCTION contracts

 

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