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Amendments to NCC 2022 commencing on 1 May 2025
BackgroundThe Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB), a joint initiative of the Commonwealth and state and territory governments together with the building and plumbing industries, is responsible for the National Construction Code, WaterMark and CodeMark Certification Schemes, and regulatory reform in the construction industry. One of the ABCB’s primary roles is to update and maintain…
Matching Parenting Orders to Risk: Crafting orders to properly address the dangers in a family law matter
The focus of any parenting matter being dealt with in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia is what orders are in the best interests of the child. To determine what is in the best interests of the child, the Court must consider all of the evidence presented in…
Meta’s AI lawsuit in the USA & what it could mean for the future of AI & copyright
Recently, Meta appeared in a US federal court to defend one of the most closely watched copyright challenges of the AI era. The lawsuit is being brought by a group of prominent US authors including Ta-Nehisi Coates and Richard Kadrey. The plaintiffs allege that Meta unlawfully used millions of copyrighted books, downloaded…
Press Release | Swaab’s James Skelton Appointed Chair of Global Emerging Leaders Advisory Board at Meritas AGM in Mexico City
In this pivotal leadership role, James will guide initiatives to strengthen relationships among Emerging Leaders across Meritas’ 175 global member firms and enhance resources that support a network of more than 9,000 lawyers worldwide.James joins the leadership team alongside:Molly Campolong – Chair-Elect (Robinson Gray, Columbia, South Carolina, USA)Jemma Forrest – Secretary (Anderson Strathern, Glasgow…
Which edition of Building Code of Australia applies to developments in NSW?
The Building Code of Australia (BCA) is part of the the National Construction Code (NCC). The NCC is updated every 3 years, based on required regulatory practices, industry research, public feedback and policy directions from governments between publishing cycles.Construction projects often span 2 versions of the BCA.There has historically been much debate in the New…
Operations and Projects Coordinator
About the roleThe Operations and Projects Coordinator (OPC) is responsible for the delivery of effective and professional business and operational support to the legal practice groups at Swaab and ensures the service provided by the Operations Team meet the quality standards and expectations of stakeholders within the Firm.The OPC is responsible for…
Developers beware the statutory ‘non delegable’ duty of care under the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020
The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (DBP Act) came into effect in NSW in June 2020. Since its introduction the courts have provided guidance on the interpretation and reach of this Act. This article looks at the recent High Court decision of Pafburn Pty Ltd v The Owners – Strata Plan No…
Beware Retail Lease Disclose Statements
Before a retail lease is entered into, the Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW) (the RL Act) requires a landlord to give a signed Lessor’s Disclosure Statement (Disclosure Statement) to the tenant. The Disclosure Statement contains important information about the premises and the commercial terms of the lease — such as the permitted use, the…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Proposed non-compete ban could backfire on workers, firm warns”, published in Lawyers Weekly on 20 May 2025
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, “Proposed non-compete ban could backfire on workers, firm warns”, published in Lawyers Weekly on 20 May 2025To read the full article click here…
No will, no direction: The estate of Liam Payne and understanding law of intestacy
When Liam Payne sang “nobody can drag me down” we didn’t think he was talking about his aversion to sitting down and drafting his estate planning documents. However, after leaving no valid will on his death, the distribution of the former One Direction star’s fortune is up to the rules…
Fred Swaab Legacy
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Might a Receiver of a distressed development project owe a duty of care to subsequent owners of the lots when completed?
Upon taking possession and control of an incomplete distressed development asset, a secured financier will more often than not look to complete the project works itself in order to maximise its recovery.This may necessitate the financier assuming responsibility for the building contract in order to complete the project works or engaging a replacement…
Q&A with Swaab's new building and construction partner, Mark Glynn
Why did you choose Swaab?When I first met with Mary Digiglio, Swaab’s managing partner and Helen Kowal, partner construction and strata and thereafter the broader Swaab leadership group, I felt an immediate alignment with their values and commitment to client service.Our moral compasses were aligned, and this was the most important factor in my…