A recent decision highlights that whilst a Tribunal has the power to convert a work order to a money order in circumstances where it is found that a work order has not been complied with, it also has the option not to do so and to make alternative orders or no orders at all as it sees fit.
The Supreme Court decision in Chan v Acres provides some measure of hope and guidance for purchasers of residential dwellings in making claims against certifiers involved in the construction of dwellings.
A summary of the OFT's report into the impact of the proposed strata defects bond due to come into force in mid-2016. Filling the void in home owners warranty insurance for high rise constructions, or an additional cost for consumers?
The Conveyancing Amendment (Sunset Clauses) Act 2015 (Act) was passed by the New South Wales Government on 17 November 2015. Vendors and developers should make themselves aware of the changes.
A recent decision in the New South Wales Supreme Court, dealing with contractual rights and responsibilities serves as a useful reminder to purchasers.
To facilitate data sharing, the Australian Business Register and Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding
Landlords need to be aware that their actions can lead to the finding of consent to assignment in certain circumstances despite there being no formalised consent or a registered transfer of lease.
A recent High Court decision, is of interest to both landlords and tenants in that it supports the argument that a contract prohibited by statute will not necessarily be void or unenforceable.
The New South Wales Court of Appeal in a recently decided matter had cause to consider whether or not an expert determination under a dispute resolution clause in a lease was final and binding.
