Proportionate liability in Victoria's new building regime, our Lawyers Weekly article
Check out this Lawyers Weekly article by Brockhill & Usherwood Lawyers which deals with some important issues regarding proportionate liability in Victoria and the new building regime.
Important reading for construction lawyers, building practitioners and building focused insurance professionals.
This article is a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
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