Publications

A head contractor has filed a QCAT application against you. Before you start defending your work, learn about the "jurisdictional knockout"—a powerful legal strategy to get the case dismissed on a technicality, saving you time and money. This guide covers the fatal errors head contractors make and how you can use them to your advantage.

For Queensland property developers, a QCAT building dispute can be a significant threat. This guide outlines a proactive strategy, the "Contractual Shield," showing how to use your project's contractual framework to defend against claims and legally transfer liability to the responsible parties, protecting your finances and reputation.

A notice from the QBCC demands a rapid, calculated response. This guide is your legal triage plan—a set of non-negotiable actions to take within the first 48 hours to assess the claim, mitigate exposure, and establish a strong defensive position.

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.

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.