‘There had been a number of adjudications between the parties:
– The first adjudication was a “smash and grab” adjudication, in which Lidl was ordered to pay the sum in application for payment 19 (“AFP19”) together with interest.
– In the second adjudication, Lidl sought the cost of appointing a third party to rectify alleged defects in the works.
– The third adjudication, again referred by Lidl, concerned 3CL’s entitlement to an extension of time. Lidl did not seek any remedy in relation to the payment or deduction of liquidated damages.’
39 Essex Chambers, 18th April 2024
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