Contractors must serve valid payment claims to apply for adjudication under security of payment legislation. This article runs through some key issues
Is your Claim Strategy Impacting your Bottom Line?
One of the most common times we witness a significant payment dispute in large-scale construction is at the end of the job. Generally this takes the
When Can Performance of a Construction Contract be Frustrated at Law?
Who bears the risk of remote and unforeseen events in a construction contract? As far as possible, that is for the parties to decide before entering
4 Critical Elements for Effectively Receiving and Responding to Legal Documents
There’s nothing quite like the feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you realise that a document was served on your company, ignored, and
Negotiate your Contract… Even in a Tough Market
The construction market can be a bit like a see saw – one day up, the next day down. One week, governments promise massive infrastructure projects
Security of Payment in Queensland – A 101 Guide
Security of payment in Queensland is aimed at facilitating fast payments for building and construction industry participants who have performed