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Caught in the Middle: Homeowners’ next steps after Nicheliving’s failure to renew building contractor registration

If you are building with Projex Management & Construction Pty Ltd trading as Nicheliving (Nicheliving), you may have seen the recent press release from the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety which states that the Building Services Board has refused to renew Nicheliving’s bu…

Unfair Contract Terms in Building Contracts and Extensions of Time

Under the Australian Consumer Law, a Homeowner can seek relief that a Court declares a clause to be void, unenforceable, and severed from a contract if there is an unfair contract term.

Tips for Subcontractors to manage their liquidated damages

When a Subcontractor is awarded a job and a Headcontractor issues it with a purchase order, the purchase order is often subject to a contract document styled ‘Terms & Conditions’, ‘General Conditions’, or ‘Subcontractor Agreement’.

Homeowners: Do you have this clause in your Building Contract?

In the course of acting for (Homeowners) against BGC Residential Pty Ltd (BGC) and its associated entities, Vogt Legal has become aware of this concerning Proviso often included at the end of clause 11(b) of BGC’s building contracts.

Considering a Class Action Lawsuit Against a Builder or Building Group: Practical Insights

As homeowners, it’s crucial to understand legal options when facing disputes with builders. Should homeowners be commencing class action lawsuits against their builders?

Why Subcontractors Should Have Their Contracts Reviewed

Subcontractors are strongly encouraged to engage a contract lawyer to review their contracts and provide written advice. Here are four key reasons why this is essential.

Your Trusted Partner in Resolving Construction Disputes

When your dream home renovation or construction project turns into a nightmare due to poor workmanship or unmet expectations, the importance of seeking legal advice cannot be overstated.

Dating my builder

How do I figure out when my builder is to complete building my home and give me possession? Does the time start from the date I signed the contract, from issue of the building permit or when the slab is poured? I am trying to figure out how late my builder is running.

11 October 2023

My Builder is in delay completing my home build.

My Builder is in delay completing my home build. I have requested my Builder compensate me for the financial loss I have suffered because of the Builder’s delay. My Builder says that “we have no delay damage clause in our Building Contract and will not pay any amount requested”.

Too little too late – When will price increase notices and requests for extension of time be valid under a “fixed price” or “lump sum” building contract - PART ONE

Too little too late – When will price increase notices and requests for extension of time be valid under a “fixed price” or “lump sum” building contract – the State Administrative Tribunal provides clarification in the case of Vadakkumkaraputhaveedu v Kulowall Construction Pty Ltd [2023] WASAT 29 (…

Too little too late – When will price increase notices and requests for extension of time be valid under a “fixed price” or “lump sum” building contract - PART TWO

Too little too late – When will price increase notices and requests for extension of time be valid under a “fixed price” or “lump sum” building contract – the State Administrative Tribunal provides clarification in the case of Vadakkumkaraputhaveedu v Kulowall Construction Pty Ltd [2023] WASAT 29 (…

Breaking up with my builder – when can I legally terminate a building contract with the Builder? (Part Two)

Question: My builder is refusing to return to site and continue with my works, what should I do? What are my options?

27 February 2023

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