Construction dispute research : conceptualisation, avoidance and resolution /

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Imprint:Berlin : Springer, 2014.
Description:1 online resource.
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/9983522
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Other authors / contributors:Cheung, Sai On, editor.
ISBN:9783319044293 (electronic bk.)
331904429X (electronic bk.)
9783319044286
Notes:Includes bibliographical references.
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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.
Other form:Print version: Construction dispute research 9783319044286
Standard no.:10.1007/978-3-319-04429-3

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