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23 October 2026
Why You Should Diarise Every Retention Release Date and Apply Properly
Every year, millions of pounds of retention funds remain unrecovered because contractors fail to apply for release, miss contractual...
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21 October 2026
No Valid Pay Less Notice? How Contractors and Subcontractors Can Recover the Full Sum Through a Smash and Grab Adjudication
If you're a contractor or subcontractor, cashflow is everything When you've applied for payment and the paying party simply doesn't pay,...
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14 October 2026
Pay Less Notices — Common Mistakes Made by Contractors and Employers
As construction industry professionals, you’ll be aware of the importance of pay less notices  Errors can render a pay less...
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18 September 2026
Can My Solicitor Sign My Disclosure Statement?
In a civil claim, you're responsible for organising your own disclosure by producing a list of documents under your control...
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16 September 2026
Can I Enforce a Verbal Agreement with My Builder?
You might have a verbal agreement with your builder because you’re planning a small project or they’ve worked for you before You might...
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15 September 2026
Can I Refer a Dispute to Adjudication?
A stalled payment or a halted project can put your construction business under serious financial pressure, especially when a dispute drags...
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10 September 2026
When Are Letters of Intent Used in the Construction Industry?
Letters of Intent (LOIs) are a common feature in the construction industry, a pragmatic tool that helps projects get underway However,...
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2 September 2026
How Do I Defend or Respond to a Notice of Adjudication?
If you receive a Notice of Adjudication, you must act promptly The order you do things in also mattersAdjudication offers a fast and...
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24 August 2026
What Are the Most Common Problems Leading to Adjudication?
If you're owed money on a construction contract, or you're an employer facing a payment dispute you didn't see coming, adjudication may...
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