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Water ingress claims in apartments. What lot owners can claim against an owners corporation
Water ingress from common property is one of the most common apartment defect issues we see. Lot owners dealing with leaking roofs, balconies or plumbing failures have a range of remedies available against the owners corporation at VCAT.
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The Victorian Supreme Court has ruled on non-compliant cladding
A recent case provides an important reminder that directors of building companies face personal exposure under section 137F of the Building Act 1993 (Vic), and a professional indemnity policy may not cover it.
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Insurance claims handling in domestic building. Why the system is failing homeowners
Domestic building, plumbing and strata insurance claims are being disputed at rates that would surprise most commercial insurance professionals, and the systems meant to resolve them are not fit for purpose.
Articles about Building disputes
We write about recent legal updates, significant court cases, and changes to regulations. Keep informed about the latest developments in Australian law.
