| 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. |
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