The ability of the contractor to call upon records to accurately demonstrate the causes of the losses is paramount to a successful claim.

Historically, additional labor costs are the single largest factor in construction claims. The reasons can vary from project to project, but it generally comes down to lost productivity. Most contractors are aware that their labor is disrupted and they are experiencing losses in productivity; however, they can be unsure of the causes. The ability of the contractor to call upon records to accurately demonstrate the causes of the losses is paramount to a successful claim.

First, lets list a few of the factors that can cause disruption to the contractor’s labor force: