JCT and NEC Insurance Insights and JCT D&B 2024 Update

Elevate your understanding of legal intricacies and industry dynamics in the construction sector with our upcoming Construction Forum Webinar. This engaging event is tailored for lawyers and professionals deeply involved in construction projects for local and central government as well as higher education providers.

Date: Wednesday 19th June 2024
Time: 8:30am – 09:15am
Location: Microsoft Teams
Areas of Law: Construction / Insurance

Topics covered:

Insurance insights

Senior Associate, Laura Campbell will explore the different types of insurance relevant to construction projects before setting out how these insurances are approached under the JCT and NEC forms of contract.

Release of the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) 2024 D&B form of contract

Following the JCT’s recent release of the 2024 edition of its Design and Build Contract, we will consider how it differs from the preceding 2016 edition. We will discuss these key updates, amendments, and the resulting implications for your projects. Partner, Rachel Murray-Smith will guide you through the changes, ensuring you stay ahead in the management and negotiation of your contracts.

Case law update:

Junior Associate, Harnaek Rahania will provide insights into recent caselaw and its impact on construction projects.

Learning outcomes:

Attendees will:

• enhance their understanding of insurance for construction projects and the relevant insurance provisions under both the JCT and NEC forms of contract;
• gain an update on the key changes between the JCT 2016 and 2024 D&B forms of contract; and
• receive a recent case law update providing a summary of some of the latest decisions impacting the construction sector.

Overall, the session will empower delegates to make informed decisions and effectively adapt their organisation's legal strategies.

Who should attend?

Lawyers and professionals involved in construction projects for local and central government, as well as higher education providers, will find this webinar indispensable for navigating legal complexities as well as learning about recent updates and current challenges in the construction industry.