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COURSE
This course introduces the participant to the basics of construction law and a review of pertinent clauses in
construction contracts, general conditions and speci cations through interactive discussions of legal issues that a ect
the day-to-day operations of a construction business. This course will also cover how to manage risk through speci c
contract provisions.
This course is not intended to provide you with the legal position an MTA agency might take in a speci c situation,
nor will it provide any general or speci c MTA legal advice. This advice should be obtained through your
company’s attorney.
Topics include:
retaining a legal professional, bid forms and required submission data, MTA standard contract types,
lien waivers, preparing for a dispute resolution proceeding, contract close-out and retainage reduction.
TRAINING GOALS INCLUDE:
Learn how to e ectively select legal representation.
Apply select contract law provisions to review contracts for interpreting project management actions and
activities.
Understand the components of subcontractor agreements, vendor purchasing and project coordination.
Learn strategies for mitigating claims on MTA agency projects.
Understand how to address construction liens before, during and after work activities.
Learn about contract-required dispute resolution procedures included in contract elements and agencies’
options for negotiations.
Learn negotiating techniques for e ective contract monitoring and job progress.
Understand the scope and type of legal documentation required for successful subcontracting and project
management.
Understand personnel policies and procedures to be used for emerging companies and legal requirements for
posting notices regarding payment and state and federal legislation for employees.
LESSONS LEARNED
9AM - 5PM
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CONSTRUCTION LAW &
CONTRACT REVIEW
• General conditions
• Dispute resolution clauses
• Wage and local law requirements
• MTA options to perform work
• Legal documentation for sub agreements
