Wednesday, 13 August 2025
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Developer’s Responsibility to Rectify Patent and Latent Defects
About this talk
Whether you’re a developer or a property management company, navigating construction defect claims is critical to protecting your reputation, assets and client satisfaction. In this online session, our construction lawyers will explain the Defect Liability Period (DLP) and best practices for managing claims within the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) framework. Learn how to distinguish between latent and patent defects, mitigate disputes between developers and purchasers, and address the unique challenges posed by latent defects under the Limitation Act.
Join our strata management lawyers in an in-depth discussion on the applicable strata management laws and landmark cases to gain the insights you need to navigate common property claims.
The talk will be delivered over video conference using Zoom.us. You can either view the talk from your web browser or download the Zoom app.
Talk Points
- Understanding the Defect Liability Period (DLP)
- Obligations & Standards during the DLP
- The Difference between Patent and Latent Defects
- Limitation Periods & Claims Outside the DLP
Speaker
- Michael Koh, Partner, Dispute Resolution Practice Group
