Disagree With Builder’s Extension of Time Claim? What Homeowners Need to Know
When a delay occurs in the home building project, builders generally can submit...
Supporting Evidence for Extension of Time Claims in Residential Building Contracts
Builders often rely on contractual extension of time (EOT) provisions to seek relief...
Weather Delays and Trade Shortages in Residential Building Contracts: What You Need to Know
Delays in construction projects are almost inevitable, especially when it comes to unpredictable...
The Importance of Written Notice in Extension of Time and Construction Delay Claims
When a delay in a construction project occurs, how a builder handles the...
Understanding the Valid Grounds For Extensions of Time In Home Building Contracts
In residential building works, delays can be inevitable. There are various factors that...
Resignation may not always be voluntary – Be Aware of “Constructive Dismissal”.
A resignation may not always be effective and valid. An employer’s acceptance of...
A Legal Guide to Disputes Over an Owners’ Corporation’s Duty to Repair
In strata schemes, the scope of an Owners Corporation’s duty to repair common...
Owners Corporation’s Decision – When is it Unreasonable?
The Owners Corporation has the principal responsibility in managing the strata schemes under...
Service Requirements in Strata Disputes
In strata disputes, proper service of notices is a fundamental legal requirement that...
Roles, Powers, and Legal Obligations of Strata Management Agencies in Strata Schemes
This article outlines the roles, powers, and legal obligations of strata managing agents...
Understanding Strata Schemes: A Guide for Owners in NSW
In multi-unit developments such as townhouses and apartment complexes, strata plans are the...
Is it a Penalty Clause?
Is it a Penalty Clause? Is someone trying to hold you liable for...
VBA Show Cause process
From 1 September 2016, the VBA introduced a show cause process to replace...
Building Legislation Update – What you need to know!
First published: August 2016. Legislative details may have changed since this article was...
Is a family member claiming an interest over your family land?
The principle of indefeasibility (the State guarantee as to ownership of land) applies...
Does your land contract have “possession” and “land tax” clearly defined?
Pursuant to s 15 of the Land Tax Act 2005 (Vic) (Act), a...
Leighton v Arogen: The NSW Security of Payment “Lock-In” Rule
The case of Leighton v Arogen [2012] NSWSC 1323 remains a critical reminder...
The “Date of Completion” Minefield: When Statutory Clocks and Contracts Collide
In NSW and Victorian residential building work, the date of completion is not...
Construction Government Tenders: The 2026 Landscape
In the building and construction industry, winning construction government tenders is increasingly about...
What happens if you don’t obtain sufficient insurance?
Licenced contractors must insure their building works pursuant to s 92 of the...
The NSW Home Building Reforms: Shifting the Burden of Liability
The landscape of the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) continues to evolve, with...
The Oral Contract Trap: Why Landscaping Disputes Often Fail in the Tribunal
For homeowners, a handshake deal for a $40,000 courtyard or pool renovation may...
Unwritten Variations: The $50,000 “Handshake” and the Law of Quantum Meruit
In the fast-paced environment of a construction site, variations often happen on the...
The Million-Dollar “Half-Under-the-Door” Mistake: Lessons in Service and Contractual Annexures
In the high-stakes environment of the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment...
