Claims Formation

The Art of Building a Claim: Why Precision Is Your Strongest Argument

In the world of construction, disputes often arise not because a contractor is wrong—but because a contractor fails to present their case persuasively. And in the claims arena, it’s not just what you say—it’s how you say it.

A well-structured, evidence-backed claim can make the difference between timely recovery and costly rejection. This is where the discipline of Claims Formation becomes not just important—but indispensable.

Why Claims Formation Is a Strategic Asset, Not Just a Technical Process

Many consultants treat claim preparation as a checklist task—insert the clause, add the numbers, mention the delay, submit. But that approach doesn’t reflect the reality of how claims are evaluated in negotiations, expert determinations, or tribunals.

At PAR Advisory, we approach Claims Formation as both a forensic and strategic exercise. Our team doesn’t just compile documentation—we build a narrative. We align delay events with contractual entitlement, we quantify impacts with evidential clarity, and we deliver submissions that are not just technically sound—but also strategically positioned.

Because a strong claim is more than a collection of events. It’s a persuasive argument, backed by logic, contract, and fact.

The Anatomy of a Powerful Claim

A high-quality claim must demonstrate:

•Clear causation between delay events and progress

•Compliance with notice and procedural requirements

•Factual substantiation including site records, logs, and communications

•Contractual linkage between event and entitlement

•Robust delay analysis based on recognized methodologies

•Quantified cost impact supported by credible cost records and justification

Each element must speak to the others. Gaps in documentation? We fill them with structured interviews and secondary evidence. Vague scope changes? We isolate them through drawing reviews and revision logs. Weak notices? We assess the contractual impact and offer mitigation strategies.

This isn’t just claim writing. It’s claim architecture.

How Poor Claims Fail—and What Strong Ones Achieve

We’ve reviewed dozens of claims rejected not for lack of merit, but because they were:

• Too technical and poorly structured

• Unsupported by contemporaneous evidence

• Lacking a clear link between events and entitlement

• Delivered too late, or in the wrong tone

Compare that with a claim built properly:

• It leads to faster resolution, often before formal proceedings

• It protects the contractor’s position even if disputed

• It increases leverage in negotiations

• And in worst-case scenarios, it forms an invulnerable foundation for arbitration or litigation

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Strengthen Your Position Before It’s Questioned

If you’re preparing a claim—or think one might become necessary—now is the time to act. At PAR Advisory, we help contractors craft claims that stand up to scrutiny, accelerate resolution, and protect their bottom line.

Let’s build your strongest case.

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