Builders and consultants take heed – the Defective Premises Act applies to you!
If you are a builder or professional involved in the construction of new houses then…
March 14, 2019 By Sian Barrett
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Liquidated damages – are they penalties?
Liquidated damages clauses are commonly found in construction contracts making provision for the contractor to…
February 15, 2019 By Guy Michell
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Court is not the only option – construction adjudication
Disputes solicitor Guy Michell explains why adjudication might be a cheaper and quicker way of…
February 11, 2019 By Guy Michell
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Complex new planning rules for developers in Cornwall
A Cornish law firm has been flooded with enquiries from developers since the introduction of…
January 29, 2019 By Stephens Scown
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Major change to planning laws in Cornwall coming in January
Cornwall will start charging the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) from 1st January 2019. The looming…
December 20, 2018 By Sarah-Jane Williams
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Collateral Warranties – what are they and why do we need them?
Why do you need collateral warranties? In most building projects, the client will have contracts…
October 22, 2018 By Jim Gorrod
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One Snag…building control aren’t liable for spotting defects
If you undertake building work on a property then it is likely that you will…
October 22, 2018 By Jim Gorrod