Making Sense of the Complex
Chartered Quantity Surveyors based in Dublin, specialising in construction risk management, dispute avoidance, and dispute resolution.
At ACUA, our expertise lies in identifying potential risks before they escalate into disputes. If you sense that conflict may be growing, we can swiftly review your contractual entitlements and guide you and your team in proactive measures to avert a formal dispute.
If a dispute has arisen, our skilled team is ready to support you through various alternative dispute resolution processes, including mediation, conciliation, and adjudication services in Ireland and the UK.
Reach out to us at info@acua.ie. We look forward to discussing how we can effectively meet your needs. We specialise in construction risk management, dispute avoidance, and dispute resolution.
The Irish High Court's decision in McGill Construction Ltd v Blue Whisp Ltd [2024] IEHC 205 stands as a significant reaffirmation of the statutory adjudication process under the Construction Contracts Act 2013. The case clarifies several procedural and jurisdictional issues, reinforcing the robust enforcement of adjudicators' decisions in...
The importance of the Payment Claim Notice
Irish standard forms of building contract include an option for the parties to refer a dispute to conciliation.
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