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A written agistment agreement between parties is a good start, as the owner is made aware of the results of non-payment.

The purchaser was ordered to pay the vendor an amount so that the vendor received 10% of the purchase price, but no more.

If you're a developer, this case is a reminder that you can't rely on sunset clauses as a means to rescind a contract.

The case serves as a useful reminder of the importance of good record keeping, especially as to the terms of a contract.

Commercial enterprises in building and other spheres will always risk having their confidential information misused.

The NTA formula is from the Queensland Building and Construction Commission's Minimum Financial Requirements Policy.

A reference date is re-established as a precondition to the making of a valid payment claim in a construction contract.

To recover an amount by reason of a counterclaim, the respondent must initiate a separate adjudication under the CCA.

These terms have distinct meanings in the Home Building Contract, with different obligations for owners and builders.

The time between reaching the initial agreement and entering into a binding agreement is considered the 'risk period'.

Understanding the difference is important when considering what type of arrangement is best for you and your business.

A retirement village contract can be long, complex and technical; hiding obscure pitfalls, loopholes and unexpected fees.

The counter-argument that this ‘objective' interpretation would, in the context of delay or failure by the superintendent to certify practical completion...

When the purchaser of the property failed to complete after a number of extensions, the vendor terminated the contract.

Recent case shows courts favour reasonable, proportionate remedies & warns plaintiffs against claiming only costly fixes without evidence of alternatives.

Any right of first refusal (or other pre-emptive rights to purchase a property) in a lease will be construed strictly.

Proposed reforms are designed to promote cash flow for subcontractors and transparency in the contracting chain.