Changes in Work and Claims Provisions in Construction Contracts

Once construction begins on a project, changes are inevitable due to changing or unforeseen site conditions, design issues, or the owner's shifting needs or desires. It is imperative that construction contracts contain a framework for dealing with these changes efficiently and fairly.

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