Among the many defences that may be available in response to a claim, one that can be particularly potent is the defence that a claim is statute-barred because of an expiration of a time limitation. The…
Navigating Queensland Defamation Laws
The Defamation Act 2005 (Qld) (‘the Act’) has undergone significant amendments in recent years, aimed at modernising and streamlining defamation laws in Queensland. These changes reflect the rapidly evolving landscape of communication and the need for…
Builders Subcontractors’ Charge– An Option for Subcontractors
A subcontractor’s charge is a way for subcontractors to secure payment of amounts owed to them under an eligible contract by someone who is higher in the contractual chain (e.g. the principal). Essentially, it allows the…
Porter Davis Homes goes into liquidation – what should sub-contractors and customers do now?
Liquidators were appointed to National building company Porter Davis Homes this morning, which had more than 1700 homes under construction. If a residential construction company goes into liquidation, you suddenly find yourself left either out of…
PBS Building collapse – options available for sub-contractors
In light of yesterday’s news that Canberra-based construction company PBS Building has put its NSW, ACT and Queensland construction businesses into voluntary administration, many sub-contractors and stakeholders now find themselves in daunting territory with respect to…