15 January 2015 saw the commencement of the newest round of amendments to the Home Building Act 1989, narrowing the scope of claims that can be made. This is excellent news for builders, but not such good news for home owners. Previously, a homeowner could bring a claim against the builder any time during the...
When advising our clients about their wills and other testamentary arrangements, a common concern we hear is that a step-child or other close relative might dispute the will in the future. Is there a way to guarantee that a particular person will not bring a claim against your estate after your passing? In NSW, the...
We’ve all been tempted to buy at auctions – whether it be jewellery or artworks, furniture or wine. What do we need to be on our toes about? And to what extent are auction houses liable if we are sold a dud? The December 2014 decision of McBride v Christie’s Australia Pty Limited [2014] NSWSC...
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