No Matter Is Too Small
After receiving an expiation notice for a dog off leash from the local Council ranger, our client tried to explain the numerous problems around the notice.
After exhausting all reasonable options, we were enlisted to assist. It was a case of the Council finally seeing sense at the “steps of the court”, and common sense prevailing.
Contractors and clients can often be best assisted in terms of useful advise and a more cost-beneficial approach by chatting with a lawyer who truly understands the contracts they are about to enter into before signing or tendering.
With 30 years experience operating his own niche earthmoving and construction company before becoming a lawyer, Simon understands the contracts, the traps and difficulties to be wary of, and all of the particularities of construction, plans and drawings, tendering, and getting paid.
With the right legal input early, builders, developers, and contractors can enjoy a more fruitful outcome for their projects.
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Security of Payment Act Assistance The South Australian Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2009 (often called the Security of Payment Act or SOP Act – the Act) is meant as a mechanism to enable the speedy collection of progress and other payments to those providing construction work, or supplying related goods or services under a contract. It can be a useful tool to keep money flowing and the project progressing, with the opportunity to seek rectification afterwards if deemed needed.
How do you initiate the intent of the Act, or recognise that you have been invoiced under the Act?
