The thesis "Knock-for-knock in onshore construction contracts - A study of a different liability regime and the implementation thereof" examines the possibilities of applying a knock-for-knock clause typically applied in the offshore industry in an onshore construction contract. The clause regulates liability and allocation of losses.

Main conclusions from the thesis

• An implementation of the clause in construction onshore could hold several advantages.
• Findings indicate that the clause can be applied in onshore construction.
• When considering new forms of contracts and allocation of liability, the knock for knock clause should be considered.

The European Society of Construction Law (ESCL) consist of 18 national construction law societies. ESCL sponsors an annual master thesis competition in construction law.

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