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    What is Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and how does it work?

    Early contractor involvement (or 'ECI') is a method of construction contracting that allows a builder to become involved, and potentially start work, before the design has been completed.

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    6 things to look for in an early works letter

    An early works letter is a practical way to get started on a project before the formal contract is finalised. Properly prepared, an early works letter will give both parties protection before the fina...

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    Can you appeal an adjudicator's security of payment determination?

    Whether you can appeal an adjudication determination under the security of payment legislation depends on the type of error made by the adjudicator.

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    Is an early payment claim valid under security of payment?

    An early payment claim made in NSW or Queensland will have no effect under the security of payment legislation. In Victoria however, the position may be different.

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    Can you set aside an adjudication determination for error of law?

    Two recent High Court cases have confirmed that you cannot set aside an adjudication determination under the security of payment legislation merely because of an error of law, such as a mistake by an ...

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    How does security of payment work in NSW?

    The purpose of the security of payment legislation is to promote cashflow down the contracting chain. It does this in two ways. First, it contains a number of general protections for contractors. Seco...

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