August 29, 2025

Limitation and Exclusion Clauses: practical tips

In the commercial construction space, limitation and exclusion of liability clauses serve as a key risk management tool. These clauses can limit or exclude types of liability of one party to another, providing certainty and predictability in the event of a dispute. That said, a poorly drafted clause can be...

My Contractor Just Went into Liquidation – Now What?

It’s the call no principal or developer wants to get: your contractor has gone into liquidation, and the site is at a standstill. Tools down, workers gone, project incomplete. You’ve invested significant time and money into the project, and now everything is in limbo. So what happens next? Can you...

All-inclusive salaries & underpayments

On 5 September 2025 the Federal Court handed down its judgement in the Coles and Woolworths underpayment case. The decision dealt with two questions regarding award covered staff who are paid an annual salary: Can an employer use extra salary paid in one period to cover award shortfalls in another,...

Key Risks in Commercial Leases That Can Be Costly (And How to Avoid Them)

A commercial lease is more than a document that gives you the right to occupy a space. It is a strategic tool that shapes the financial and operational relationship between landlord and tenant. Get it right, and it can support a stable and productive business relationship. Get it wrong, and...

Four Legal Compliance Risks for Contractors in Queensland

This article highlights four important compliance considerations for anyone undertaking building work in Queensland....
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