Smith, Currie and Hancocks Common Sense Construction Law: A Practical Guide for the Construction Professional

THE PRACTICAL, PLAIN–ENGLISH GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING CONSTRUCTION LAW

Knowledge of construction law is essential to running a successful construction business. This Fifth Edition of the bestselling Smith, Currie & Hancock′s Common Sense Construction Law provides a practical introduction to the significant legal topics and questions affecting construction industry professionals. This Fifth Edition translates the sometimes confusing theories, principles, and established rules that regulate the business into clear, layperson′s English.

This edition updates the comprehensive scope of its predecessor with new material that:

Addresses evolving risks in with design–build projects with requirements for consideration of long–term ownership and operation expense in contractor′s proposals Examines the emerging Public Private Partnerships (P3) model for constructing large scale projects Details the increasing complexities involved with international construction projects Covers the newest industry–standard contract documents produced by the AIA, AGC, DBIA and the EJCDC on Companion Web site wiley.com/go/constructionlaw5e

Providing an up–to–date and thorough guide to a sometimes intimidating but critical aspect of the practice of construction, Smith, Currie & Hancock′s Common Sense Construction Law, Fifth Edition gives industry professionals the practical knowledge they need to avoid legal surprises, gain a competitive advantage and orient project personnel. For a better understanding of construction law by anyone engaged in construction, Smith, Currie & Hancock′s Common Sense Construction Law is an efficient reference.

SMITH, CURRIE & HANCOCK LLP was founded in 1965. With offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Los Angeles and San Francisco, California; and Washington, D.C., the firm has nationally recognized practices in the areas of construction law, government contracts, and environmental law. The firm represents clients in all fifty states, as well as Puerto Rico, Mexico, Canada, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Companion Web site: www.wiley.com/go/constructionlaw5e

THOMAS J. KELLEHER, JR. is Senior Counsel with Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP.

JOHN M. MASTIN, JR. is a Partner with Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP.

RONALD G. ROBEY is a Partner with Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP.

All three attorneys are in the firm′s Atlanta, Georgia, office and are members of its Construction Litigation and Government Contracts practice groups.