The Proof is in the Accounting Principles When presenting or rebutting construction claims, there is merit in the forensic accounting adage, “Follow the money trail you will find what happened” The reasonableness and reliability of the construction damages claimed on a project is in the accounting principles. The message in this article is how a forensic accountant can benefit the construction claims process on a construction project through the application of basic accounting principles. When presenting or rebutting construction claims on a construction project, there is merit in the forensic accounting adage, “Follow the money trail and you will find…