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Author: Kevin Noble

Construction Worker

Builders and Developers Now Fully Liable for Defective Work — Even if a Subcontractor is at Fault

A major decision by the High Court of Australia has changed the game for developers and builders in NSW. The Court ruled that if there are defects in a building, developers and head contractors cannot shift blame to subcontractors using the proportionate liability defence under the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW). Instead, if they’ve taken […]
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Water Polo Game

Defamation Risks – On the Pitch and Online

The law of defamation, which exists to protect individuals from reputational damage, has become particularly relevant in sporting contexts where athletes’ reputations can be tarnished by comments made both online and offline. In the sporting world, defamatory remarks have historically been communicated through print media, public statements, or photographs. However, with the prevalence of social […]
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Skid Steer Loader

2024 Security of Payment Law Amendment

The 2024 Security of Payment Law Amendment has introduced pivotal changes to the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) (“SOPA”). One of the critical updates is in Section 8(2), which directly impacts contractors’ entitlements to progress payments. This section delineates the conditions under which a contractor may or may not be […]
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