Twenty-one. It’s a number that holds a lot of meaning for me right now. Because 21 years ago, I took a leap of faith. I chose to study law, despite a careers adviser telling me to pick a different path. Despite a voice of self-doubt that whispered maybe it wasn’t for me. I took the […]
21 Years of Law, Life and Lessons — A Reflection by Donna Read More »
The construction and building sector in Victoria is governed by stringent legal requirements designed to protect homeowners, developers, builders, and contractors. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) plays a pivotal role in adjudicating disputes in this space, particularly when it comes to contractual compliance, construction defects, and statutory warranties. In early 2025, Sumner v
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Business Analysis of Troise v Blue Key Properties Pty Ltd (Building and Property) [2025] VCAT 9 On 2 January 2025, Senior Member Edquist delivered a significant ruling in Troise v Blue Key Properties Pty Ltd, with implications for the construction and property sectors. The case centred on a contractual dispute regarding three two-storey residential units
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