Terminating a building contract enables parties to discontinue their contractual obligations. The terms for termination are dependent on the terms of the contract and the circumstances involved. Therefore it is... Read More
Construction defects in a strata development can have an overwhelming financial and emotional impact on a unit owner. All industry players are impacted, with the question of blame bouncing between... Read More
It is important to understand exactly what is meant by the term ‘defect’, how a contractual ‘defects liability period’ works in practical terms and also whether there is any right to claim damages for covering the costs of rectifying a defect.
When you discover a building defect on your property, your first reaction may be to pursue an action against the builder contracted to complete the work. If your builder goes... Read More
Parties to commercial building disputes may utilise Security of Payment (SOP) legislation in their jurisdiction to resolve payment claims and recover money owed under a construction contract. The relevant legislation... Read More
