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Limiting Liability in Design and Construction Contracts
Peter S. Britell and Ashley A. Dunn of Venable write: There is an “issue du jour” in almost every new major design and construction project—limitation of liability. The architect and construction manager or contractor each seeks to fix a cap on their liability for the project. The issue is then negotiated, since the stakes can be high for all parties. While the results of these negotiations vary with the type of project and foreseeable risks, the topics discussed are often common.
