Property Owners (Consumers)
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Prosecutable Offences under the Building Act 1993 (VIC)
Written by Lovegrove & Cotton.
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‘The Variable Limitation Period of Domestic Statutory Warranties in the Australian Capital Territory’
Written by Donna Abu-Elias, General Counsel, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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‘Domestic Builder Statutory Warranties – What are they and why are they important?’
Written by Justin Cotton, Director, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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“Creative Design Versus a Neighbour’s Right to their View”
Written by Justin Cotton, Director, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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The High Court’s Clarification of Quantum Meruit Payment Claims Assists Residential Owners in Victoria
Written by Justin Cotton, Director, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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Negligence Claims in Building Matters – Part 1
Written by Justin Cotton, Director, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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Negligence Claims in Building Matters – Part 2
Written by Justin Cotton, Director, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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“Beware Legal Band-Aids”
Published Saturday 5 February 2005.
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“Say You Want a Resolution’
Published Saturday 24 July 2004.
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“Building? Know the Drill”
Published Saturday 19 June 2004.
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“How Concerned is a Party Concerned? The Question of Standing at the Building Appeals Board”
Written by Justin Cotton, Director, Lovegrove & Cotton.
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‘Manslaughter charges laid against property owner for defective swimming pool fencing: A Game Changer’
Written by Kim Lovegrove 19 July 2012.
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‘The Section 31 Dilemma, knowing when to use a compliant domestic building contract’
Written by Justin Cotton, 10th of August 2012
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‘New pool rules a legal minefield, says lawyer’
Published in “The Sydney Morning Herald’ 14th of September 2012.
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‘The Dangers In ‘Off-The-Plan’ Contracts’
Written by Stefano Marchesin
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‘The Ins And Outs Of Protection Works’
Written by Stefano Marchesin
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‘More Ins And Outs Of Protection Works: Double Certification’
Written by Stefano Marchesin
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‘Substantial Breach Vs. Ancillary Breach’
Written by Alex Milne
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‘Know What You’re Getting In To: Types Of Building Contracts’
Written by Jennifer Barry
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‘The Difference between a Defect and an Incomplete Work’
Written by Jennifer Barry
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‘How To Issue A Building Dispute In VCAT – What You Need To Know’
Written by Michelle Janczarski
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‘Domestic Builder Insurance: When Can You Claim On It?’
Written by Jennifer Barry
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‘Caveats: Can A Domestic Builder Secure Payment This Way?’
Written by Michelle Janczarski
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What Is A Construction Management Contract?
Written by Jennifer Barry
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Boundary Errors, Building Encroachment, And Section 272 Of The Property Law Act
Written by Michelle Janczarski
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What Are Your Rights Under The Water Act 1989 (Vic)?
Written by Stephen Williams
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What Is Lock Up Stage?
Written by Owen Lai
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‘Is The Door Shut On Your Building Action? How Long Do You Have To Sue For Building Defects?’
Written by Peter Micevski
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‘Is It Curtains For Your Building Claim?’
Written by Peter Micevski
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‘The Safety Net Under The Domestic Building And Contracts Act’
Written by Owen Lai
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‘Too Hot To Handle – Extreme Heat And Building Quality’
Written by Jarrod Gutsa
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‘A Basic Guide To Subdivision’
Written by Owen Lai
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‘Buyer Beware: The Dangers Of Purchasing Property Before It Is Constructed’
Written by Owen Lai, March 2014
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When Do You Need A Building Permit In Victoria?
Written By Jarrod Gutsa, construction and planning lawyer, April 2014
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Slab Heave – When the Earth Moves Beneath Your Feet
Written By Jarrod Gutsa, July 2014
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Beware The Future Owner: How Complete Is A Release Given To A Builder For Defects If You Settle At Mediation?
Written by Justin Cotton, July 2014
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Throwing Good Money After Bad – The Short Guide To Using The Law To Get Paid Quickly
Written by Peter Micevski, construction and planning solicitor, August 2014
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“Trigger Happy Terminations: Overly Stringent Default Notices In Building Contracts”
Written by Justin Cotton, Partner, Construction and Practitioner Advocacy, August 2014
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Everything But The Kitchen Sink – When Is A ‘Dwelling’ Not A Dwelling?
Written by Ms. Blaise Alexander, Solicitor, Property, Construction and Planning Law, August 2014
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How To Respond To A Building Order?
Written by Peter Micevski, Lovegrove & Cotton, September 2014
