Ben is a third year Law/Arts student at Monash University with a passion for the law. He is currently building his legal knowledge and experience with the goal of being practicing as a lawyer. Ben particularly enjoys exploring different areas of practice along the way. Outside of work, Ben enjoys watching AFL and basketball and spending time with family and friends.
Qualifications
- Third year Law/Arts student at Monash University
Recent articles
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Engineering Disputes in Construction: How Geotechnical and Structural Issues Lead to Liability and Apportionment Claims and Choosing The Right Construction Lawyer For Your Needs
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Building Contracts Explained: What Builders, Owners and Subcontractors Must Include to Protect Themselves
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Security of Payment Legislation: What’s Changing and How Subcontractors Can Improve Debt Recovery
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Unqualified Expert Witnesses in Building Claims
A building professional who can write a report and a building professional who can defend one under cross-examination at VCAT are rarely the same person, and the gap between them is costing property owners claims.
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Suing for Water Damage Under Section 16 Water Act
If water from a neighbouring property has damaged your home or investment property in Victoria, section 16 of the Water Act 1989 gives you a direct path to recovery, but only if you can prove exactly where the flow came from and why it was unreasonable.
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Gathering Expert Evidence in Property Damage Cases
When a property damage claim moves toward recovery, the tradesperson who fixed the problem and the expert who can prove liability in court are rarely the same person.
