An Overview of Alternate Dispute Resolution Use in the Construction Industry

Abstract

This report provides an overview of alternate dispute resolution and its use in the construction industry. An overview of the U.S. legal system is provided as a basis for dispute resolution. Caseload and litigation trends in U.S. courts are discussed. An overview of the various types of alternate dispute resolution and use by Fortune 1000 companies and the U.S. government is provided. Specific considerations of alternate dispute resolution in the construction industry are discussed. The report concludes with case studies from an actual construction mediation and arbitration.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2005
Accession Number
ADA458748

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  • Matthew P. Tucker

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  • University of Texas at Austin

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