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ArticleHHG Construction Law Series Part 12.1 (Warranties): Introduction - Warranties are contractual promisesThis is Part 1 of our series considering warranties in construction contracts for construction contractors and owners.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionHHG Legal Group
ArticleUpdating terms and conditions to comply with recent changesNon-compliant terms and conditions run the risk of being unenforceable and exposing a business to substantial fines.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionHall & Wilcox
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