Building a home is meant to be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. It’s where savings, ideas, and emotions come together to create something meaningful – a place to live, grow, and feel safe. But sometimes, the process doesn’t go to plan. Defective work, delays, or even a builder who walks […]
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When you sign a domestic building contract, you might assume that everything you’re agreeing to is written on the page. But what if we told you that, under Victorian law, you’re also agreeing to a series of promises outlined in legislation? These promises are known as implied warranties – non-negotiable obligations that apply by law
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Building or renovating your home can be one of the most exciting times in your life – but it can also be one of the most stressful. Between the plans, the costs, and the endless decisions, it’s easy to overlook one of the most important parts of the process: the building contract. If you’re
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In the world of construction, getting paid on time isn’t always a given, especially for subcontractors. Small businesses often find themselves chasing payments or bearing the financial fallout from delays further up the contracting chain. It’s a long-standing problem, and in 2016, the Australian Government decided it was time to step in and seek
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Are you a new homeowner in a residential complex over three storeys high? Do you worry that your builder may have cut corners – leaving you with defects, stress, and little recourse to make things right? This time, the government has your back. With new legislation, you’re no longer left powerless. No longer will
Victoria Strengthens Insurance Rights for High-Rise Apartment Owners Read More »
You’ve just moved into your dream home – a place you saved for, hoped for, and imagined for years. But within months, the dream begins to crack – literally. A leaky roof. Warped floorboards. A builder who won’t return your calls. And a system that tells you there’s little it can do unless your
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Case Summary: Imerva Corp Pty Ltd v Kuna [2017] VSCA 168 (Imerva) In building contracts, every signature matters – literally. In Imerva, a couple’s decision to initial rather than formally sign a crucial document clause unraveled a $2 million construction deal. The case is a sharp warning to builders and homeowners alike: skip a
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In this analysis, we will take a closer look at Martinus Rail Pty Ltd v Qube RE Services (No 2) Pty Ltd (No 2) [2024] NSWSC 1223, a significant development to the Security of Payments regime. When a builder or contractor turns to adjudication to resolve a payment dispute, they expect a fair hearing
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Snapshot Judgment debts and adjudication can be complex territory – especially when there’s a dispute over payment and defects. Consider this scenario: you withhold payment from a builder because you believe their work is defective. The builder takes the dispute to adjudication, and the adjudicator determines that you actually do owe the builder
Government Response to Security of Payment Inquiry Recommendations Have you been affected by unfair practices in the construction industry and believe that change is needed? The Victorian Government has announced strong support for a game-changing set of recommendations from the recent Legislative Assembly Environment and Planning Committee’s Inquiry, set to reshape
Exciting Changes Ahead for Payment Practices in Victorian Construction Industry Read More »
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