Basic Contractual Risk Mitigation is part one in the Commercial Risks and How to Manage Them webinar series from the AGS.

This event, Chaired by Jo Strange, will provide delegates with an introduction of the guidance and advice provided by the Loss Prevention Working Group, with particular attention being given to recent developments in the field with a focus on contractual risk mitigation

Confirmed speakers for this session include Dr Russell Jones, (Director, Golder Associates) who will be presenting on The Battle of The Forms, Hugh Mallett, (Technical Director, Buro Happold) who’s presentation will focus on The Importance of Definitions When Agreeing Scope and Objectives and Charles Hayward, (Associate Director, Griffths & Armour) who will be providing advice on how to avoid professional indemnity claims.

This webinar series will provides in depth and practical advice on some particular aspects of contractual risk and how to avoid the pitfalls and better manage your potential liabilities. The two events are useful for all Practitioners, particularly those engaged in agreeing contractual arrangements, but also for younger members who are approaching Chartership.

Attending delegates will be encouraged to raise any issues they may have which would benefit from future attention or advice from the Group.

Please note that both webinars in the Commercial Risks and How to Manage Them series are available at a reduced, bundle rate. Members of the AGS may purchase both webinars for £45 (or £25 for one) and Non-Members can purchase both webinars for £55 (or £30 for one). Prices exclude VAT. To access the bundle rate, please click here.

If you are an AGS member, please select your AGS member company at the checkout to obtain the member rate.

PRESENTATIONS

The Battle of the Forms

Presented by Dr Russell Jones, Principal / Senior Legal Consultant, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa Division, Golder Associates

The presentation will discuss the issues that arise when businesses attempt to make contracts using communications that incorporate competing standard terms and conditions. It will describe the basic requirements for contract formation, the circumstances and possible outcome when “the battle of the forms” arises, and provide guidance on winning the battle.

 

The Importance of Definitions When Agreeing Scope and Objectives

Presented by Hugh Mallett, Technical Director, BuroHappold Engineering

A common area of dispute arises from disagreement between the Client and the Ground Engineering specialist about the fundamental aims and objectives of investigations and the resulting reports.  This presentation, by reference to real life case histories, provides examples from such disputes, illustrates the scale of the potential liabilities (both time and money) and makes recommendations to avoid such difficulties in the future.

 

Getting it Right…………and What Happens When You Don’t

Presented by Charles Hayward, Associate Director, Griffiths & Armour

This presentation from Charles Hayward will provide some advice on how to avoid professional indemnity claims.

 

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