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Why Every Lot Owner Needs a Building-Defect Lawyer in Their Corner — Before Things Go Wrong
Building defects can impact your apartment’s value and safety. A specialist lawyer can help protect your rights and ensure action is taken before critical warranty deadlines expire.
Can head contractors and developers delegate works to avoid liability?
High Court decision. Contractors now more exposed despite subcontracting…
Owners Corporations must not sit on their hands when it comes to building defects claims
There are strict time limitation periods in Victoria’s building laws, which require owners of buildings to file their claims at VCAT or in the Courts promptly. Owners Corporations owe a strict duty to repair and maintain its common property, and this duty can be enforced by any member of the relevant Owners Corporation.
Strata Insurance: If My Building Has Safety Risks, Will We Still Get a Policy?
What happens if your building has known safety risks, such as fire hazards, structural issues, building defects or outdated electrical systems? Will insurers still provide cover, and if so, under what conditions?