Walk onto any storm-damaged property or stalled construction site, and the tension is immediately palpable. For insurers, TPAs, and dispute resolution teams, construction dispute resolution in Australia rarely starts in a courtroom. It begins in the living rooms of frustrated homeowners and on the muddy boots of site managers. Bridging the gap between the physical […]
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Capital works plans and common property risk: a practical guide for strata committees
17
May
May
Strata committees rarely get warned with a single dramatic failure. More often, the warning signs are small. A recurring leak in the foyer. Rust staining at a balcony edge. Mould that returns after every wet spell. A crack that gets patched, then quietly reappears. The problem is that these issues are easy to treat as […]
news, construction dispute resolution
The High Cost of “Cheap” Reports: Why Comprehensive Assessments Streamline Dispute Resolution
13
Apr
Apr
In the current insurance landscape, the pressure to reduce claim costs is relentless. We hear it in every meeting with insurers and claim managers: “Keep the costs down.” It is a directive that comes straight from the top, driven by shareholders and boards looking at the bottom line. It is understandable. When claim volumes spike […]
building reports, construction dispute resolution, damage reporting, news, site investigation services
Preventing Post Summer Insurance Disputes: Ensuring Quality in Storm Repairs
09
Feb
Feb
Back‑to‑back hailstorms and gales in late 2025 hammered homes across south‑east Queensland and northern New South Wales. The Insurance Council of Australia declared a catastrophe across more than 140 postcodes and said over 16 000 claims were lodged. With tradespeople in short supply the stage was set for disagreements over repairs. This article outlines why disputes […]
news, building reports, construction dispute resolution
Navigating Construction Disputes with Independent Expert Advice
21
Dec
Dec
Across Australia, more owners are asking for independent construction disputes expert advice when builds stall, defects surface or variations spiral. This piece sets out how evidence is gathered, why standards matter and what credible documentation looks like so you can make informed decisions without the noise. Early warning signs that merit expert attention Patterns seen […]
building consulting, building reports, construction dispute resolution, news
Forensic building consultant for construction dispute resolution
07
Sep
Sep
Claims adjusters and brokers face a recurring challenge in construction claims: moving from competing opinions to defensible facts, fast. A forensic building consultant for construction dispute resolution equips decision makers with tested evidence, clear scopes and code references that stand up in negotiations or at hearing. MBC delivers this service nationally with independent, insurer grade […]
building reports, construction dispute resolution, news
Disputes in construction: How construction expert witnesses support resolution and fairness
12
Jul
Jul
Construction disputes are rarely straightforward. Claims often hinge on technical details: What caused the issue, who was responsible, and whether construction standards were met. These are not easy questions to answer without expert input. Insurers, brokers, and body corporates rely on construction expert witnesses to provide that clarity. Independent evidence helps uncover the what, why […]
construction dispute resolution, news
Resolving building insurance disputes: The critical role of construction expert witnesses
20
May
May
When building insurance claims are contested, it usually comes down to questions of evidence. What caused the damage? Was it due to poor construction, lack of maintenance, or a specific event? Is it covered by the policy, or is it excluded as wear and tear? These questions are rarely easy to answer without technical expertise. […]
construction dispute resolution, news
Construction dispute resolution: what private clients and real estate agents need to know
15
Feb
Feb
Building construction disputes are an unfortunate reality in the building industry. They affect everyone overseeing property developments, from private individuals to real estate agents. These disputes often arise due to issues like defective work, delays, and contractual misunderstandings. In the September quarter of 2024, the construction sector accounted for 59% of all working days lost […]
construction dispute resolution, independent engineers, news
Navigating disputes over workmanship: how independent engineers support fair outcomes
21
Jan
Jan
Workmanship disputes have become a persistent challenge across Australia’s construction and property sectors. A growing percentage of our work relates to litigation or private individuals battling builders whose workmanship they are unhappy with. Whether insurers are addressing claims, real estate managers are resolving maintenance disputes, or developers are facing allegations of defective builds, the stakes […]