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Visual Elements in Contracts

People often tell me that contracts are long, boring, and hard to read. Hopefully, that’s not the case with my contracts! But I know some...
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Subcontracts with Suppliers

In this video, I discuss the importance of having formal subcontracts with suppliers. I explore why formal agreements are crucial for maintaining clear, effective supplier...
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Indemnities in Consultant Contracts

Are you worried about the indemnity provisions in your consulting contracts? Indemnity clauses can be tricky, but understanding them is key to protecting your business...
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Fear of Contracts

Ever felt nervous before signing a contract, whether for a new car, a home, or even a software update? You’re not alone. Contracts can feel...
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Requirements for payment claims on Western Australian building projects

Recently, a subcontractor asked me to comment on what they should be including in their payment claims. They had two major concerns:   Section 24 of...
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Cameron McEvoy’s gold medal method: data-driven contract management planning 

Australia's remarkable success at Paris 2024 is epitomised by Cameron McEvoy's first Olympic gold in the 50m freestyle. As an astrophysicist and mathematician, McEvoy's unconventional,...
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The Deal with Deeds

Have you noticed that sometimes your contract document is called a “deed”, and sometimes it is called a “contract” or an “agreement”? This month, I...
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What is a Deed of Final Release?

If you’re a consultant or a subcontractor on a large project team, you may have noticed (or possibly, ignored ??) lots of documents at the...
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What goes in a dispute resolution clause?

Whenever I share my philosophies about why you should use a contract to support business risk management, I like to talk about the 3 key...
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Dispute resolution

Is AS 4122-2010 a good contract for consulting services? 

I’ve seen a plethora of consultant contracts during my 14 years in the construction and engineering industry. The rare diamonds have been short and practical....
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