Video Resources

  • The problems of putting specs on drawings video thumbnail
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    14 Dec 2018

    The Problem of Putting Specs on Drawings

    Explains why embedding specifications in drawings creates risk and confusion in contract interpretation.

  • Implications of optional work video thumbnail
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    14 Dec 2018

    Implications of Optional Work

    Discusses how optional work should be structured and priced, and the risks of poor definition.

  • The implications of a substantial and total performance video thumbnail
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    11 Sep 2018

    Implications of Substantial and Total Performance

    Explores how substantial and total performance are defined and why the distinction matters legally and financially.

  • The critical importance of force account forms vieo thumbnail
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    11 Sep 2018

    The Critical Importance of Force Account Forms

    Explains why force account forms are essential, how they should be completed, and what happens when they are not.

  • Payment processing issues video thumbnail
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    11 Sep 2018

    Payment Processing Issues

    Covers frequent payment issues in MMCD projects, including certification, timing, and documentation failures.

  • Document hierarchy cautions video thumbnail
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    11 Sep 2018

    Document Hierarchy Cautions

    Explains the hierarchy of contract documents and common errors made when documents conflict.

  • Prime contractor responsibilities video thumbnail
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    09 Apr 2015

    Prime Contractor Responsibilities

    Outlines the responsibilities of the prime contractor under MMCD, including coordination, safety, and compliance.

  • Partial vs staged substantial performance video thumbnail
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    04 Mar 2015

    Partial vs. Staged Substantial Performance

    Clarifies the difference between partial and staged substantial performance and the contractual consequences of each.

  • Force account schedules - an awful idea video thumbnail
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    03 Feb 2015

    Force Account Schedules – An Awful Idea

    Discusses why force account schedules are problematic and how they can undermine fair cost recovery.

  • 3 ways to change a subcontractor video thumbnail
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    06 Jan 2015

    3 Ways to Change a Subcontractor

    Explains the permitted methods for changing subcontractors and the risks associated with improper substitution.

  • GC 12 may not be enough video thumbnail
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    07 Oct 2014

    GC12 May Not Be Enough

    Explores limitations of GC12 and situations where additional contractual provisions may be required.

  • What is a referee video thumbnail
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    04 Sep 2014

    What is a Referee?

    Describes the role of the referee in MMCD dispute resolution and how referees are used in practice.