Josh Saunders

Can you chase debt without risking an unfair preference claim?

With construction insolvencies continuing to climb - more than 2,600 companies went under in the past year - construction companies are increasingly wary about unfair preference claims. These claims can sting: you finally get paid, only to be told later you have to give that money back. So, can you...

Answering an Unfair Preference Claim- The Good Faith Defence

Insolvency in the construction industry is on the rise. It should come as no surprise then that liquidators will reach for the low hanging fruit of an unfair preference claim to claw back payments from unsecured creditors....

Navigating Director and Shareholder Disputes

Whether you're a fledgling startup or a seasoned company, dealing with a shareholder or director dispute can quickly turn into a messy ordeal....

Shareholders Agreements: A vital tool to grow your construction company

In the bustling world of construction, where projects come in all shapes and sizes, establishing a solid foundation for your construction business is crucial. One often-overlooked but vital tool in achieving this is the shareholders agreement....

The Contractors Debts Act NSW – What is It, and How do you Use It?

A subcontractor’s debt regime allows the subcontractor to leapfrog the head contractor and request payment directly from the principal. However, the usefulness of such regimes will be limited to whether the party up the chain (e.g. the principal) has any money owing to the contractor below it....

Negotiating your next commercial lease

Recent times have seen a rise in online business presence and work-from-home arrangements. However, in certain industries like the construction industry there will always be a need for a bricks and mortar business premises....