Book excerpt: Demystify complicated construction claims with this indispensable guide Given how common complex claims have become in the modern built environment, Fundamentals of Construction Claims: A 9-Step Guide for General Contractors, Subcontractors, Architects and Engineers is an absolutely critical addition to the library of any construction professional. Written by William J. McConnell, PE, JD, MSCE, CDT, a celebrated lawyer, author, engineer, and expert witness, Fundamentals of Construction Claims sets out clear and concrete strategies for developing a construction claim from beginning to end. The author's straightforward 9-Step method helps readers avoid costly dispute resolution fees by: Explaining entitlement requirements for various types of claims, including differing site conditions, added scope, and weather delays Offering procedures for calculating delay impacts through forensic scheduling analysis Defining, in detail, four simple ways to prove damages Throughout, relevant case studies are used to illuminate the principles found within and bring life to the concepts the author introduces.