Coordinating Expert Evidence in a Complex Building Defects Matter
Bugden Allen was engaged by the Owners Corporations to coordinate and prepare expert evidence in support of potential building defect litigation. This was detailed against the parties responsible for the development’s construction, in favour of the OCs.
Our role involved working with appropriately qualified independent consultants, reviewing the existing technical material and rectification history, identifying gaps in the available evidence and developing a coordinated approach to further investigation.
Rather than treating each reported issue as a separate maintenance problem, we sought to ensure the experts considered whether the defects were symptoms of broader design, construction or installation issues.
Successful Outcomes
Root causes identified
Underlying defect causes established.
Rectification Defined
Clear scope for permanent repairs.
Position Protected
Independent evidence secured.