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Security of payment refers to a building contractor's legal right to be paid for work outlined in their contract. While the government regulates monitoring of security of payments, cases often fall through the cracks and it can take time to settle a dispute. Whether you haven't received a fair payment, or you're disputing a request for payment, we can help you.
From disputing a payment to ensuring you complete contract documentation the right way, we can help.
Recover debt you are owed from contract work under the Australian building and construction laws.
We have years of experience in settling security of payment disputes and we work efficiently to get you the outcome you deserve.
If you have any questions, our team of building and construction lawyers can help.
Step 1 – Let us know the details of your dispute.
Step 2 – We will review the security of payment dispute and advise on options.
Step 3 – We'll progress the dispute, if necessary, to the relevant governing bodies.
Step 4 – You get paid, and get back to business.
Step 1 – Let us know the details of your dispute.
Step 2 – We will review the security of payment dispute and advise on options.
Step 3 – We'll progress the dispute, if necessary, to the relevant governing bodies.
Step 4 – You get paid, and get back to business.
Step 1 – Let us know the details of your dispute.
Step 2 – We will review the security of payment dispute and advise on options.
Step 3 – We'll progress the dispute, if necessary, to the relevant governing bodies.
Our team building and construction dispute lawyers work with you so you can get the results you want. We have years of experience, and know how to navigate the legal system so you can get paid, soon.
We've been helping clients recover contract debt for years. Whether you need help escalating a dispute to the Australian Building Construction Commission, or you are fighting an unfair claim to payments, we can help.
We know every second counts when it comes to financial disputes. We work hard to get the desired outcome as quickly as we can. You'll see fast results, so you can get back to business as usual.
We translate legal jargon and let you know what we're doing in simple terms. We'll update you via phone or email to provide status updates on your case, and ask for more information if necessary. We won't make a move if you haven't approved it.
We don't charge new clients for their first consultation. We want to get an understanding of your case and your options first. We will give you a fair and honest assessment so you know exactly where you stand, and what fees are involved.
We'll help you navigate building and construction contract disputes.
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Yes, builders can make a claim against an owner for a variety of reasons. For example, if there are late payments or disputes about how a building contract is to be interpreted, the builders can make a claim against the owner. Subcontractors can also make a claim against an owner to a limited extent. Usually, though, a subcontractor would make a claim against a head contractor.
Building contracts can be very complex, and it isn't always obviously apparent when there has been a breach, and when it is time to pursue commercial litigation over construction projects. We review building contracts when there is a dispute. Typically, this is after the agreement has been made. In general, we do not review building contracts before they are signed. If, however, you have a disagreement about a breach of building and construction law, or outstanding payment claims in relation to building and construction, we can review your contract to see whether you have a case.
Australian consumer law provides guarantees in relation to the quality of renovation services. There is a minimum standard of work, and if it is badly done or unsafe, it might be categorised as defective under the law. However, simply alleging building defects is not enough to establish it as a fact.
We engage building experts to assess the defects, and provide a report on the severity of the defect and whether or not they are compliant with Australian Standards. The reports of these experts can then be used as evidence to bolster your case.
For owners, we cover claims for breach of contract. This includes when the owner has employed a contractor who has delivered work with defects in design and/or construction. Additionally, we can help owners in claims against contractors who have not completed their work, or who have been slow to complete the works.
For builders, we cover claims for breach of contract, variations to the works or contract price, late payments, and disputes about interpretation of the building contract.
For disputes between head contractors and subcontractors, we cover claims about payment, poor workmanship, quality issues with the material the subcontractor has used, and non-payment or retention of any money and the retention not being paid.
The owner and contractor (builder) can both make claims because they are the parties to the building contract.
Claims can be brought against architects, subcontractors, suppliers of building materials, and other parties relevant to the contract.
