Smart buildings and the legal risks associated with new technologies
‘Smart buildings’ is a term increasingly used within property circles. Projections show that the smart building market is likely to…
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Super Alert – 26 March 2020
The highlights of this week’s Super Alert include the new Coronavirus-related legislation for the early release of superannuation and changes…
Coronavirus and commercial contracts – No force majeure clause? Can the doctrine of “Frustration” assist?
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread, more and more parties are finding themselves in a position where they…
Stand down provisions and the COVID-19 outbreak: What rights do employers affected by COVID-19 have to stand down employees?
The outbreak of COVID-19 presents a unique and unprecedented challenge to Australian employers. While some employers are facing significant financial…
COVID-19: NSW Government Tenancy amendments
Last night, the Legislative Council of the NSW State Government agreed to pass amendments to both the Residential Tenancies Act…
On a Proper Construction Issue 4: What Residential Builders Must Do Now To Minimise Risk of Exposure from Delays Arising from Covid-19
Sailors well know that “time and tide wait for no-one”. The same is true of time limits in construction contracts. Unless you’ve…