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20 August 2026

Not every construction dispute needs the same forum. This article sets out when a technical or valuation dispute suits expert determination, when arbitration is the better fit, and how to draft a dispute resolution clause that sends each issue to the right decision-maker.

6 August 2026

Getting a worker's status wrong isn't always sham contracting, but it can still leave a business owing entitlements it thought it never had. This piece walks through how the law actually draws the line, and where construction arrangements tend to slip.

Our guides

Liquidated Damages: A practical guide


Liquidated damages can quickly cripple the profitability of your job and sour a commercial relationship. But, it can also be a powerful commercial tool which provides certainty for both parties to the contract. In this guide we’re going to show you what liquidated damages are and an explanation of the five key elements that influence when liquidated damages apply.

The Litigation Process


If your business dispute has hit the point of litigation, then you probably know you’re in for what could be a long and arduous journey. Therefore as part of your overall thinking and strategy, it’s important to consider and discuss with your lawyers the general nature of what you can or cannot recover as part of a costs order, especially in lower Courts or Tribunals.

Security of Payment Adjudication Guide: New South Wales


When you don’t get paid for works, you need to act fast to protect your interests and recover the money owed to you. Otherwise you are at risk of missing crucial deadlines and losing your best chance to recover payments.

Events and webinars

Wednesday 26 August | Webinar via Zoom

Unfortunately, sometimes conflicts or disagreements arise among the shareholders, directors or primary stakeholders of a company. These disputes can manifest in various forms and may involve differences of opinion, conflicting interests, or breaches of agreements among the individuals or entities that hold shares in the company.

Wednesday 16 September | Rydges North Sydney

Contracts, like them or not, form the foundation of every construction project. Yet often, the terms that decide who carries the risk are the ones least understood. Get on the front foot by joining our team for a practical session that steps through the life cycle of a construction contract from contract formation right through to dealing with defects during the DLP.

We believe ongoing training is essential in a fast-moving industry like construction. Since 2020, we’ve delivered monthly webinars on Construction & Major Projects, Employment & Safety, and Commercial & Litigation - sharing practical, real-world legal insights.