Arbitration has long been a staple for resolving construction disputes, ideally in a prompt and cost-effective manner by arbitrators familiar with the construction industry. For decades, the AIA documents required arbitration, but more recently the parties are given an option to “check the box” for arbitration or litigation. Some in the construction industry have become […]
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Don’t Waive Your Claim Under AIA Documents
The AIA A201 General Conditions at §15.2 mandate that any claim be submitted to the Initial Decision Maker (“IDM”) before a claim may be mediated, and ultimately resolved in arbitration or litigation. The IDM is often the Architect, but can be anybody selected by the parties. In a recent Florida case, the parties in their […]