Articles, Guides, Checklists and Videos
Articles
Are builders liable for the actions of their subbies?
In the construction industry, the relationships between various parties, such as owners, architects, contractors and subcontractors, are often complex. One critical aspect of these relationships is the concept of non-delegable duties, which has significant implications for the liability that building contractors bear for the actions or errors of their subcontractors.
Are You a Labour Only Contractor? Here are Some Liability and Insurance Considerations
It’s common for building companies to engage labour-only contractors instead of taking on employees. This article highlights some of the liability & insurance issues this raises for labour-only contractors.
Does Contract Works Insurance Cover Existing Structures?
Contract works insurance, also known as contractors all risk or builders risk insurance, is designed to protect the construction project from physical loss or damage. This typically includes the work in progress and materials on-site.
Survey Identifies the Key Risks Builders Are Worried About
Customers refusing to pay or cancelling jobs at the last minute has been identified as the most serious business survival risk according to a survey of builders carried out by construction risk specialist Builtin in July 2024.
Construction Contract Basics Webinar Recording
Recorded in July 2024, check out our webinar with Sean McCarthy from Legaleze as he runs through the key areas to be aware of in construction contracts.
Webinar: How To Avoid The Most Common Pitfalls with Construction Contracts
In this webinar Sean McCarthy from Legaleze gives an intro into the basics of construction contracts, including the most common issues and how to avoid them. Legaleze is a specialist in construction law. Sean leads the practice as Principal Lawyer and Director. Prior...
Ando’s Building Defects Endorsement
Following the leaky homes crisis most public/general liability policies in New Zealand include a Building Defects Exclusion. Read more about that here: Be Aware of the Building Defects Exclusion. Essentially, it excludes claims related to water penetrating the...
Seminar: Addressing the Big Challenges in Construction
Addressing the Big Challenges in Construction – Join us to hear the key findings from BDO’s 2024 NZ Construction Report and how you can navigate the challenges and take advantages of the opportunities over the next few years.
Setting your business up for future success by eliminating risk
In reality, eliminating all risk is impossible, but the next best thing is plan for it, so that if stuff does happen its impact on the business is minimised. This is a critical responsibility for business owners and directors. Comprehensively addressing risk sets the business up for future success.