The security of payment regime in Queensland has undergone significant reform in recent years. Since the introduction of the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Qld), the regime has remained the subject...more
11/9/2020
/ Amended Legislation ,
Construction Contracts ,
Construction Industry ,
Construction Project ,
Contract Terms ,
Contractors ,
General Contractors ,
Payment Schedules ,
Payment Terms ,
Subcontractors ,
Trusts
Australia-wide, companies are navigating the uncertainties arising from COVID-19. Our previous White Papers identified the risks arising for construction projects and observed that the fallout is likely to give rise to...more
The Situation: The High Court of Australia has, for the first time, confirmed that determinations by adjudicators appointed under security of payment legislation are not reviewable for errors of law alone.
The Result: The...more