Like the breakdown of a marriage, the breakdown of a de facto relationship may require court involvement to settle financial and/or parenting disputes. This is a prominent concern considering how 10.4% of the Australian population were registered as being in a de facto relationship in 2016. When making a property settlement order in a de… Read More
Below are five things you should do before signing a business lease. 1. Factor in rent payments As a tenant, you are required to pay an amount – often referred to as your rent – for occupying the premises. This amount is usually paid to your landlord or managing agent each month. Calculate how this… Read More
The Fair Work Commission has powers to make anti-bullying orders when a worker has been bullied by an individual or group and there is a risk that the worker will continue to endure this bullying if there is no intervention. The Commission does not have the power to order any monetary compensation – the orders… Read More
A survey report is commonly requested during conveyancing. It shows any recent improvements on a parcel of land, the boundaries of the property, and the dimensions of the property (including aspects such as fences, garages, and pools). To put it simply, a survey report allows the purchaser to see issues that they could not observe… Read More
When parties separate, it is important to make sure that assets are protected before a family law property settlement is formalised. One way that matrimonial assets can be protected is through the lodgment of a caveat. What is a caveat? A caveat is a note that is recorded on the title of a property that… Read More