CONSTRUCTION DEFECT JOURNAL

"News and Information for Construction Defect and Claims Professionals"

CONSTRUCTION DEFECT JOURNAL - ISSUE 242749 - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025

Hiring the Right Expert For Your Construction Dispute

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Hiring the right expert can make all the difference - but where do you start?

September 8, 2025
Lauren McGinley - The Dispute Resolver

Construction projects are complex undertakings, typically involving multiple parties, intricate contracts, and significant financial investments. With so many moving parts, it’s no surprise that disputes often arise over delays, defects, payment issues, or contract interpretation. When these disputes escalate to arbitration or litigation, the technical and specialized nature of construction means that lawyers and judges often need help understanding the facts. Hiring the right expert can make all the difference - but where do you start?

Do I Really Need an Expert?
Construction disputes are complicated. They often hinge on technical details that raise questions requiring specialized knowledge to answer. Without expert analysis, it can be difficult to establish what actually happened, who is at fault, and what damages are appropriate.

Experts bridge this gap by providing objective, professional opinions based on their training and experience. A good expert can explain complex issues and present them in a manner that is understandable to non-specialists. Their advice, reports, and testimony can be pivotal in determining the outcome of a case.

Ms. McGinley may be contacted at lmcginley@foxrothschild.com


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