Overview of Course Course Objectives • Be familiar with the different types of contracts used on construction projects and the pros and cons of each; • Be able to identify the issues that potentially impact on construction projects such as variations, latent defects, delays and defective works and the legal ramifications of each; • Understand the regulatory regime governing construction in Victoria; • Recognise the different types of insurance required for construction projects and be able to critically assess the contractual provisions relevant to them; and • Be able to write clearly, concisely and logically on issues relating to construction law. Nature of Construction Law Definition from Halsbury The body of legal principles relating to the construction of structures on land. Building law can be seen as a particular manifestation of the law relating to the provision of services and labour. A feature of building law is that the structure is ultimately fixed on land so that title passes to the proprietor of the land by operation of law.