Basel Al Najjar is a UAE-based Civil Engineer, Expert Engineer, and Arbitrator specializing in construction law, contract management, and dispute resolution. With a strong professional background in engineering consultancy, Basel has developed advanced expertise in FIDIC contracts, UAE Civil Code applications in construction, and the preparation and evaluation of complex claims, including concurrent delay, disruption, and extension of time (EOT) matters. He advises contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders on contract strategy, risk mitigation, and dispute avoidance, combining technical engineering knowledge with legal and contractual insight. Basel’s work is driven by a practical, results-oriented approach aimed at resolving issues efficiently while safeguarding contractual rights and commercial interests. Through his publications, he provides clear, actionable insights to support professionals in managing construction risks, strengthening claims, and navigating disputes with confidence. For consultancy services, expert opinion, or arbitration-related matters, inquiries can be submitted through this website.
Basel Al Najjar
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May 26
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May 23
Fitness for Purpose Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Fitness for Purpose Under FIDIC — Heightened Design Obligation A fitness-for-purpose warranty is a strict liability — the contractor warrants not just that it exercises reasonable care, but that the design, as implemented, will achieve the stated functional outcomes. This is a higher standard than reasonable professional care and exposes the contractor to substantial …
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May 23
Latent Defects Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Latent Defects Under FIDIC — Liability Beyond the Defects Liability Period The defects liability period is not the end of the contractor’s warranty obligations. Latent defects — those not discoverable by reasonable inspection during the DLP — remain actionable long after practical completion, limited only by statutory limitation periods. 6 min read · Updated …
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May 23
Termination for Convenience Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Termination for Convenience Under FIDIC — Compensation and Quantum Termination for convenience allows the employer to terminate without fault by the contractor — the employer simply decides to stop the project. The contractor is compensated for work done and entitled to fair compensation for the termination itself, but does not recover full loss of …
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May 23
Insolvency and Construction Contracts Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Insolvency and Construction Contracts Under FIDIC — Risk and Protection Contractor insolvency is a project-ending event. Insolvency of suppliers and subcontractors creates cascading supply chain risks. FIDIC provides mechanisms to manage these risks, but insolvency protection is never complete — contracts, bonds, and trust arrangements must work in concert. 7 min read · Updated …
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May 23
Wrongful Termination Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Wrongful Termination Under FIDIC — Consequences and Damages Termination without proper cause or without following the contractual procedure is a fundamental breach — it may constitute repudiation, entitling the injured party to claim damages for the lost benefits of the contract, including lost profit on unexecuted work. 7 min read · Updated 23/05/2026 By …
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May 23
Contractor Suspension and Termination for Employer Default | E-Basel
FIDIC Contractor’s Right to Suspend or Terminate for Employer Default Under FIDIC If the employer fails to pay, or commits other material breaches, the contractor has a right to suspend work and, if the breach is not cured, to terminate. This is the contractor’s primary defensive remedy, but it must be exercised carefully — improper …
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May 23
Employer Termination for Default Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Employer’s Right to Terminate for Contractor Default Under FIDIC Termination for contractor default is a powerful remedy — it allows the employer to remove the contractor from site and complete the works using others. However, the right is conditional: proper notice must be given, the contractor must be in genuine default, and the procedure …
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May 23
Limitation of Liability Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Limitation of Liability Under FIDIC — Enforceability and Scope FIDIC contracts typically include caps on liability — limits on the amount either party can recover for breach. These clauses are generally enforceable but are subject to fairness and reasonableness tests, and do not apply to all types of liability. 7 min read · Updated …
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May 23
Consequential Loss from Defects Under FIDIC | E-Basel
FIDIC Consequential Loss from Defective Work Under FIDIC — Scope and Recovery Defects often cause losses beyond the cost of repair: business interruption, lost revenue, damage to third-party property, or project delay costs. Recovery of these consequential losses is limited by the Hadley v Baxendale principle and often expressly excluded by contract. 7 min read …
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Authority Bio
Basel Al Najjar
Civil Engineering Consultant · Accredited Expert Witness
Arbitrator · Senior Project Manager
Specialising in construction claims, FIDIC contracts, and dispute resolution across the UAE. Acting as Arbitrator, Tribunal Chairman, and Independent Expert in high-value, multi-party disputes.
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