Protecting Yourself Against Payment and Contract Disputes (Without Expensive Legal Fees!)

How can construction companies protect themselves when it comes to payment disputes and contracts? Gavin discusses avoidance of payment issues with guest Martin Burns from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Martin provides a detailed explanation of the construction adjudication process in the UK and how even oral contracts can be covered. He highlights the simplicity and affordability of adjudication compared to court proceedings. Martin has over 30 years of experience in dispute resolution. He works to help businesses, organisations, and governments avoid, manage, and resolve disputes out of court. As the longest serving member of RICS, Martin explains the adjudication process that construction companies can use to quickly resolve payment disputes in a cost-effective manner. For more information about Martin’s work, head to https://www.rics.org/drs Check out Martin’s starter document on resolving contract disputes: https://tinyurl.com/ITG-LowValueAdjudication For more information about anything in this episode head to https://www.gavin-coyle.com/ I'm The Gaffer, hosted by industry expert Gavin Coyle, is the essential podcast for construction people, offering insider insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies to blueprint unprecedented success in the dynamic world of construction. Whether you are still ‘on the tools’, just getting started, a seasoned site manager focused on large-scale project management, or a fast-growth building industry entrepreneur/developer this podcast is for you. Gavin's guests, ranging from influential thought leaders to boots-on-the-ground practitioners, share their stories, successes and failures, and offer invaluable lessons and tips, allowing you to have a 360-degree view of the construction landscape. This podcast is a must have shared learning space for any person looking to achieve success in the building industry. As a construction person, this podcast is your go-to source for navigating the complexities of the construction industry where success is not just built; it's crafted with precision, passion, and the right knowledge.