Building Disputes

Common Building Dispute Questions

• What types of building disputes do you handle?

  We specialize in a wide range of building disputes, including contract disagreements, construction defects, delays, and payment issues.

  We have overlooked disputes relating to extensions, loft conversions, staircases and internal structural alterations.

  Please see a list of claims covered by the TCC, which we assist withh as follows:

  • engineering disputes;
  • claims by and against engineers, architects, surveyors, accountants and other specialised advisers relating to the services they provide;
  • claims relating to the design, supply and installation of computers, computer software and related network systems;
  • claims relating to the quality of goods sold or hired, and work done, materials supplied or services rendered.
• Where are building and construction claims filed?

  The Pre-Action Protocol for TCC is also common in other courts, however there are a few differences.

  • TCC’s has a programmed parties’ meeting 
  • The service of the claim is by the claimant for London cases, regional ones may use different practice
  • Assignment of a case means one judge is in control, including trial; all communications sent to that judge’s clerk (except applications and fees) 
• Can you explain the TCC guide?

  The purpose of the TCC Guide is to outline how TCC claims must be run.

  • Claim value in Rolls Building usually above £500,000
  • Don’t forget the first two initials signify different claim types
  • Full time TCC judges sit in Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds, as well as London’s Rolls Building
  • Guide aims at consistency with other courts
  • Co-operation between parties is vital
  • Efficient conduct of litigation is vital