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Kapila: Proportionate liability not available for s37 DBPA claims

NSW courts affirm DBPA duties are non‑delegable and not apportionable, heightening construction defendants’ exposure to defect claims.

Quantum in construction claims is on the rise: Key factors and ways to mitigate

Construction inflation, labour and supply shortages, insolvencies and a soft insurance market are driving higher construction claim costs and more complex resolutions.

Court of Appeal gives Victoria the “green light” for subrogated cladding recovery actions

Court of Appeal confirms Victoria can pursue subrogated cladding recoveries via owners corporations, enabling large-scale actions against builders and officers.

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