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Building defects claims – your building certifier may be liable
When you discover a building defect on your property, your first reaction may be to pursue an action against the builder contracted to complete the work. If your builder goes into liquidation, you become eligible to access the Home Building Compensation Fund (HBCF)....
Australian Consumer Law Update: Extending Protection to More Consumers
The term ‘consumer’ carries with it broad connotation of individuals who purchase goods and services, usually for a relatively low sum. However, with the new Australian Consumer Laws (‘ACL’) set to take effect from 1 July 2021, the definition of a ‘consumer’ could...
Registering a Trade Mark in Australia
Registering a trademark confers far more benefits than registering a business name, company name or domain name. Marketing is an important business tool, and a registered trade mark is crucial in allowing you to protect any value or credibility which you have built on...
What is Compulsory Acquisition?
New infrastructure in Sydney is continually being developed to keep up with the demands of a growing population. To build such infrastructure, a public authority – such as the New South Wales government or a local council – may compulsorily acquire some or all of your...
Who owns the emails you send at work?
Workplace surveillance and email monitoring have become the norm in organisations across Australia. However, many employees still do not understand their obligations or their rights when it comes to the use of computer technology in the workplace. The tension between...
Estate Planning: What is an Estate Plan?
An estate plan involves more than just preparing and signing a will. Estate planning requires a holistic approach in considering a person’s present circumstances and foreseeable future. A plan needs to consider your existing property, future property, and your final...
Dividing Assets when Divorcing Later in Life
The recent separation of technology mogul, Bill Gates, and his former wife, Melinda Gates, after 27 years of marriage, highlights the increasing trend of ‘grey divorce’ cases. The average age of divorcees in Australia is gradually rising, which is disrupting the...
Does Unvaccinated Equal Unemployed?
Disclaimer: The directives in this article relating to the COVID-19 pandemic may no longer be in force. Please use caution if you are citing legislative material from this article as laws are subject to change. We recommend that you seek the most up-to-date law. In...