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April 2023

To market, to market: Calculation of market value compensation in the compulsory land acquisition process in NSW Property & Projects
28 April, 2023

To market, to market: Calculation of market value compensation in the compulsory land acquisition process in NSW

During the compulsory process of land acquisition, disputes can arise regarding whether the compensation offered is on just terms for the owners of land. The recent case of G&J Drivas Pty Ltd v Sydney Metro NSWLEC 20 provides further guidance on how the Court assesses compensation of land. Process Land…
Victoria Caldwell
Proving Causation Against Third Party Professionals In The Building Industry Construction
19 April, 2023

Proving Causation Against Third Party Professionals In The Building Industry

The case of Mistrina Pty Ltd v Australian Consulting Engineers Pty Ltd NSWCA 223 (Mistrina) considers the current state of the law with regard to proving causation where a party claims loss against a third party based on allegations of misleading and deceptive conduct. In the building and construction industry, the…
Victoria Caldwell
Application of Limitation Periods to the Statutory Duty of Care under the Design and Building Practitioners Act ConstructionProperty & Projects
12 April, 2023

Application of Limitation Periods to the Statutory Duty of Care under the Design and Building Practitioners Act

The introduction of the Design and Building Practitioners Act (DBPA) represents a tremendous reform for the construction industry. The duty of care imposed by section 37 has the potential to impact both businesses and individuals significantly. Industry stakeholders should be aware of the limitation periods applying to this duty. Relevant…
Victoria Caldwell