Legal Aspects of Construction is written based on the Mumbai University syllabus for final year Civil Engineering. students. A wide range of legal frameworks governs the construction industry to ensure safety, quality, compliance, and accountability. These legal aspects cover various construction phases, from project inception to completion, addressing contracts, labor rights, environmental laws, and dispute resolution. Disputes are common in construction projects due to delays, cost overruns, or quality issues. Legal mechanisms like arbitration, mediation, or litigation are employed for resolution.
