Thought Leadership

Featured
Jack Lindgren  /  15 Oct, 2021

The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (the Act) is an incredibly effective way for participants in the construction industry to maximise their chances of fair and prompt payment of invoices rendered.

Read article
Filter Articles by

Can I still Recover Payment for Variations and Extras where there is No Written and Signed Contract Variation?

If you enter into a contract with a home owner to undertake residential building work and the contract price exceeds $5,000.00, then the Home Building Act provides that any variation must be in writing and signed by both parties prior to the variation works commencing.  

23 Jan, 2018
Amanda Crosbie

When Can I Claim Under a Policy of Insurance Under the Home Building Compensation Fund?

Insurance under the Home Building Compensation Fund is required to be obtained by a builder entering into a residential building contract of greater than $20,000 with a home owner prior to commencing any work under that contract.

23 Jan, 2018
Amanda Crosbie

How to resolve disputes about residential building contracts.

Disputes as to the timeliness, quality, value and compliance of works in residential building contracts are all too frequent. Commonly, relatively simple disputes get out of hand quickly as emotions run high and parties seek to “hit the other where it hurts”. Home owners refuse to pay and builders refuse to build.

21 Jan, 2018
Jack Lindgren

Common Misconceptions about Contracting in the Building & Construction Industry

What to do to avoid getting caught out!

06 Jun, 2017
Amanda Crosbie

Commercial & Retail Fitouts

How you could find yourself out of business before you even begin.

13 Feb, 2017
Sam Roberts

Consequences of failing to comply with the Home Building Act

The Home Building Act 1989 (“the Act“) places obligations upon contractors who contract directly with home owners to undertake residential building work.

12 Jun, 2016
Amanda Crosbie

Why the SOP Act is so significant

The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) is significant because it provides for the following consequences…

23 Apr, 2014
Sam Roberts

Advanced Estate Planning for Business Owners

What good is a Will if you lose all your assets during your lifetime?

18 May, 2011
Amanda Crosbie