Construct Law News

Our Director, Aleisha MacKenzie, recently shared in a webinar 5 tips for the preparation of adjudication applications and responses under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (BIF Act).   These tips are drawn from Aleisha’s experience as a construction lawyer and an adjudicator, having decided over 50 adjudication […]

In light of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the Australian Government has proposed the Coronavirus Economic Response Package Omnibus Bill 2020 (Bill). The Bill aims to assist Australians cope with the pandemic’s widespread impact by providing for a range of measures to lessen the economic and financial burden caused by the[…]

A subcontractors’ charge (Charge) given under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payments) Act 2017 (BIF Act) provides a way for subcontractors to secure payment of amounts owed to them under a contract by someone who is higher in the contractual chain. A Charge can also attach to security held[…]

With the current health concerns and disruption brought by the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, there is significant uncertainty on how this will affect the building and construction industry as a whole. Before we begin to feel the full effect of lockdowns and quarantines here in Queensland, you should take the time[…]

Traditionally, builders have had little success in defending debt recovery actions brought by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), on the basis that the QBCC’s ability to recover money paid under the Queensland Home Warranty Scheme (QHWS) is a statutory right once the QBCC pays an insurance claim.  However,[…]

On returning to the office this week, the top of my priority list was looking at ways to assist those affected by the devastation of bushfires across Australia.  I get overwhelmed by the number of charities and organisations needing assistance which often leads me to freeze with inaction.  I understand[…]