ow should disputes related to invoices be handled according to contract management best practices?  A. By clearly outlining a dispute resolution procedure in the contract  B. By ignoring disputes and proceeding with regular payments  C. By withholding all payments until disputes are resolved  D. By avoiding any mention of disputes in the contract

Match the following:People get involved in many types of disputes. With the various options available and the best method for dealing with your particular situation in a contract.Answer 1 Question 10

What should you do if you dispute the claimed amount in an invoice?

Contractual disputes could be time-consuming, expensive and difficult. They can damage Borrower/contractor relationships, cause delays and negatively impact contract execution. They could also substantially increase the contract price. It is therefore in the interest of contracting parties to work at avoiding disputes in the first place. Despite best of efforts, matters may elevate to the level of disputes in the process of contract management”. With the aid of examples describe the triggers for this and offer alternative solutions to contractual disputes.

The Attorney General’s Chambers seeks to prepare a bill to govern traditional dispute resolution in Kenya. Given your expertise in Alternative Dispute Resolution, you have been identified to advise on the same. Prepare the legal opinion you would submit to the Attorney General highlighting the areas which such a law should cover.

2. Your project has a vendor that is under a firm fixed price contract and the seller has filed a claim. Which of the following is the preferred method of settling this dispute? A. Litigation B. Negotiation C. Mediation D. Arbitration