UAE Law

When Vendors Delay—A Legal–Commercial Analysis with FIDIC and GCC Civil Code Perspectives

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Abstract Vendor delays in EPC projects are frequently treated as operational inefficiencies; however, their true impact lies in the legal and commercial exposure they create for contractors. This paper examines vendor delay through a structured analysis of procurement practices, supported by FIDIC risk allocation principles, real-world case patterns, and relevant provisions of the Oman and … Read more

Email Disclaimers in Construction and Corporate Communication: Legal Myth, Practical Reality, and Strategic Use in a FIDIC and GCC Context

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Abstract Email disclaimers are a standard feature of modern corporate communication, yet their legal significance remains widely misunderstood—particularly in construction and EPC environments governed by formal contractual regimes such as FIDIC. This paper critically examines the legal status of email disclaimers through the lens of English common law, GCC civil law systems (with specific reference … Read more