In recent years there has been a substantial growth of claims and disputes in the construction industry. With this has come a great sophistication in the formulation and presentation of claims. In many cases disputes come into existence, and are the subject matter of negotiation, well before they reach the lawyers office. In such circumstances it is important that those concerned with the construction projects do not lose sight of the fundamental principles governing the ascertainment and quantification of loss and damage and that they are able to ascertain whether or not the basic premise of a sophisticated calculation is sound in law. The aim of this book is to provide the reader, whether it be employer, consultant, contractor or sub-contractor, with a practical guide to the law of damages. It will assist the reader to make a more critical analysis of the money element of construction claims and litigation