BSA – Building Safety Act
The BSA was brought into force to improve safety in construction and management of high…
September 26, 2023 By Jim Gorrod
The Defective Premises Act – who can make a claim?
If you are the owner or leaseholder of a property which has defects rendering it…
March 7, 2023 By Jim Gorrod
The Defective Premises Act – when is a dwelling “fit for habitation”?
When is a dwelling "fit for habitation" under the Defective Premises Act 1972? The Defective…
December 15, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Case Study – the enforceability of a restrictive covenant
How enforceable is a restrictive covenant? We look at a recent case. The recent Court…
October 26, 2022 By Mike Davies
A closer look at non-pecuniary loss in construction contract disputes
Building defects can often be the source of a great deal of stress and inconvenience…
August 19, 2022 By James Gill
The Brownfield Revolution – a way to reach net zero?
Could redeveloping brownfield land for green power help the UK hit its net zero target?…
June 30, 2022 By Peter Cooper
Is It Ever Too Late To Amend A Claim?
When is it too late to amend a claim? We look at a recent case…
May 17, 2022 By Laura Stanley
Building Safety Act 2022
After months of debate and amendments, the Building Safety Act 2022 (“the Act”) became an…
May 3, 2022 By Jim Gorrod
Alternative Dispute Resolution – what is adjudication?
There are many advantages to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR); with the Court system currently dealing…
April 8, 2022 By Laura Stanley
Building Safety – Significant Changes Announced
In recent months Michael Gove, the Levelling Up, Housing & Communities Secretary, has unveiled wide…
February 16, 2022 By Jim Gorrod
EV Charging Points – legal requirement in new homes
How will the government requirement for all new homes and buildings to provide EV car…
December 15, 2021 By Katie Allen
Fire Safety Defects – who is responsible for the costs?
Who is responsible for the repair and maintenance costs of fire safety defects? Following the…
December 14, 2021 By Jim Gorrod