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The Subcontractor's Shield: Using Insurance Clauses to Defeat Unfair Back-Charges and Set-off claims in QLD
A comprehensive guide for Queensland subcontractors on how to strategically use their subcontract, insurance policies, and the BIF Act to challenge and defeat unfair back-charges and set-off claims from head contractors. Learn the step-by-step defensive playbook to protect your payments and your business.

John Merlo
Oct 820 min read


The Developer's Defence Manual - How to Dismantle a Builder's Quantum Meruit Ambush in Queensland
A builder's post-project quantum meruit claim can be a significant financial threat. Learn the key strategies developers in Queensland can use to dismantle these ambushes, from leveraging watertight contracts and meticulous documentation to challenging the "reasonable value" of the work performed.

John Merlo
Oct 814 min read


The Developer's Playbook for Claim Triangulation: Maximising Construction Insurance Recovery in QLD
Discover the "Claim Triangulation" strategy, a playbook for Queensland developers to maximise insurance recovery after a major site incident. Learn how to strategically manage Contract Works, Public Liability, and Professional Indemnity policies to prevent claim denials and protect your project's financial viability.

John Merlo
Oct 216 min read


The Definitive QBCC Guide for Queensland Homeowners
Planning a build or facing issues in Queensland? Our comprehensive guide to the QBCC explains its role, your rights, and how to navigate the system successfully.

John Merlo
Oct 113 min read


A Queensland Subcontractor's Defence Strategy for QBCC Direction to Rectify
A guide for Queensland subcontractors on how to challenge a QBCC Direction to Rectify. Learn to gather evidence and build a case that proves the head contractor's poor instructions or site mismanagement were the true cause of the defect, protecting your licence and finances.

John Merlo
Sep 2915 min read


QBCC Notice Received? Your First 48-Hour Director's Response Plan
A QBCC notice triggers a critical 48-hour window for directors. Learn the essential first steps, from engaging a lawyer and preserving documents to understanding the risks of personal liability, to effectively manage a QBCC investigation and protect your company.

John Merlo
Sep 2614 min read
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