Abstract
Proceedings of Geo-Frontiers 2005, held in Austin, Texas, January 24-26, 2005. Sponsored by the Geo-Institute of ASCE. This Geotechnical Special Publication contains 6 papers on legal and liability issues in geotechnical engineering from expert witnessing to techniques for reducing the ubiquitous liability. Topics include: identifying the standard of care; litigation involving a landslide; litigation involving differing site conditions; alternative dispute resolution techniques; techniques for managing potential liability; potential liability involving segmental retaining walls and reinforced soil; and slopes.
Original language | English (US) |
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Publisher | American Society of Civil Engineers |
ISBN (Print) | 9780784407844 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2005 |
Event | Geo-Frontiers 2005 - Austin, TX, United States Duration: Jan 24 2005 → Jan 26 2005 |
Publication series
Name | Geotechnical Special Publication |
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Volume | 137 |