Construction law in Australia / by Ian Bailey

Pyrmont, N.S.W. : Lawbook Co., 2019.

4th edition

88979

Construction industry -- Law and legislation -- Australia.

Construction contracts -- Australia.

1. The Australian legal system

2. Understanding the law

3. Regulation of construction

4. Participants in the industry

5. Law of contract

6. Law of torts

7. Law of property

8. Procurement

9. Key issues in construction contracts

10. Standard forms of contract

11. Professional liability

12. Insuring risk in construction projects

13. Dispute avoidance, management and resolution

14. Conduct of construction disputes.

Construction Law in Australia is an authoritative and accessible text on the law relating to building and construction in Australia and now appears in its fourth edition. Ian Bailey SC, working with a team of experienced practitioners, provides succinct, yet accurate, legal statements which explain the legal and practical context in which the industry operates. Key topics include: The Australian legal system. Understanding the law. Regulation of construction. Participants in the industry. Contract law. Tort law. Property law. Procurement methodologies. Key issues in construction contracts. Standard forms. Professional liability. Insuring risk in construction projects. Dispute avoidance, management and resolution. Conduct of construction disputes. In addition, the book outlines a wealth of resources to help readers understand the latest developments in each area. This highly respected title provides a comprehensive overview of the law and is an invaluable resource for students, legal practitioners and construction professionals including engineers, architects and builders. - Publisher's website.

Previous edition: 2011.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

9780455500515

lv, 438 pages ; 25 cm