Construction
BC4 Residential Building Contract – Variations and Provisional Sums
Variations and provisional sums are some of the most common causes of disputes arising under the BC4 contract.
February 20, 2022
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Construction
Negotiating a construction contract – What type of contract should I use?
Standard form contracts are the best starting point to negotiating a construction contract. They are used commonly throughout New South Wales, are tried and tested, have often been the subject
August 10, 2020
Construction
A case summary, mistake in building contract and building defects
A short case note concerning some fundamental issues in preparing building contracts and liability for building defects.
April 13, 2020
Construction
Recent High Court judgment alters the law on quantum meruit
High Court judgment in the case of Mann v Paterson Constructions Pty Ltd [2019] HCA 32 imposes limitations on claims for quantum meruit.
February 9, 2020
Property
“Catch 22” – Don’t get caught out taking responsibility for building defects
You’re a property developer faced with two unfavourable options, which way do you go?
February 8, 2020
Construction
Changes to the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999
Changes to the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 came into effect from 21 October 2019.
February 8, 2020
Construction
How to terminate a building contract
A step-by-step guide for both contractors and owners.
February 8, 2020