Lewis Cohen

Oct 30, 2024 | mondaq.com | Sarah Chen |Lewis Cohen |Gregory Strong

"Blockchains" are networks of computers running the client software of the blockchain (known as "nodes") operated by persons unknown to each other that are able to maintain identical copies of a common ledger, the "state" of which is constantly updated through the acceptance and processing of a set of valid user instructions (known as a "block").

Sep 5, 2023 | mondaq.com | Lewis Cohen

Whilst adjudication has been available for a number of decades, legislation passed in 1996 provided statutory legislation as a formal dispute resolution procedure which is available for all construction projects other than contracts for residential homes, unless provided for by the contract itself. The procedure is fast track. The referring party issues a Notice of Intention to Refer and a nominating body such as the RICS or RIBA appoint an adjudicator.

Sep 5, 2023 | mondaq.com | Lewis Cohen

Mediation was first introduced to the United Kingdom in the early 1990s by a small number of construction solicitors who had encountered it in the USA. It was rapidly adopted by the Technology & Construction Court and also by the Family Court. Over the last 20 years it has become a mainstay of litigation in England and Wales and is central to litigation in the construction industry.

Jul 20, 2023 | mondaq.com | Lewis Cohen

When it comes to construction contracts, there are often multiple parties involved, each with their own interests and concerns. An important aspect of these contracts is third party rights, which allow individuals or organisations who are not directly involved in the agreement to enforce certain terms or protections.