by Charlotte | Oct 13, 2025 | Dispute Resolution, Project Delivery
Best Practices for Drafting Extension of Time (EOT) Clauses and Mitigating Disputes under AS4902 Contracts INTRODUCTION In construction projects governed by AS4902 — Design and Construct Contracts, time is as valuable as cost and quality. Delays, whether caused by...
by Charlotte | Sep 10, 2025 | Dispute Resolution, Protecting
In the heat of a fast-paced project, it’s easy for variations to be agreed on the run—whether onsite, over the phone, or in a quick meeting. Builders often press ahead in good faith, trusting the client’s word. But when the time comes to claim payment, that trust can...
by Charlotte | Sep 10, 2025 | Project Delivery
Recently, a large developer was fined $150,000 for failing to comply with Queensland’s Project Trust Account framework. Payments owed under a head contract were mistakenly deposited into the wrong account due to human error. But the critical point? The developer...
by Charlotte | Sep 10, 2025 | Protecting
In the construction industry, where the consequences of professional advice and design decisions can be significant, Professional Indemnity (PI) Insurance provides essential protection for a wide range of professionals including certifiers, architects, engineers, and...
by Charlotte | Aug 4, 2025 | Construction Contracts, Protecting
One of the most overlooked risks in D&C contracts is the fitness for purpose obligation. This obligation is often buried in a few short lines of contract text, but its consequences can be enormous. Unlike the typical “due care and skill” standard owed by...
