The recent decision, in Jaevee Homes Limited v Mr Steve Fincham EWHC 942 (TCC), established that informal digital communications can form legally binding agreements when the essential elements of a contract are present.

It has been over 25 years since the Construction Act came into force, yet invalid payment notices continue to cause major issues across the industry. When a payment notice doesn’t comply with the legal requirements, the consequences can be severe. You could be ordered to pay the full amount claimed by a contractor or subcontractor, even if that amount is wrong.