Changes to the Sale of Land Act: off-the-plan contracts
What are the new laws? Recent changes to the Sale of Land Act 1962 (Vic) (“Act”) by the Sale of Land Amendment Act 2019 (Vic) apply retrospectively to...
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What is Probate in Victoria?
An executor is the person (or people) appointed in the Will of a deceased person to carry out their wishes in accordance with the terms of their Will....
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Do I need a lawyer when buying a business?
What should I know? Buying a business can be an important moment for any prospective business owner. However, just like buying a house, there are many...
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What to do if I have been left out of a Will?
Dealing with the death of a close family member is always a very difficult and emotional time. Finding out that a family member has left you out of a...
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What is a Power of Attorney?
A General Non-Enduring Power of Attorney authorises your appointed attorney(s) to make decisions on your behalf in relation to financial affairs only....
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What is a Will, and why it is important?
If you are intending to exclude someone from your Will whom may otherwise be eligible to make a claim against your estate, it is highly recommended to seek...
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Can I challenge my speeding ticket in Victoria?
Have you received a speeding ticket in Victoria? Most drivers will, at one time or another, get caught for exceeding the speed limit. Speeding offences can...
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What are Unfair Contract Terms?
What are Unfair Terms? Have you recently signed an unfair contract as a small business operator? If so, your small business may be protected under...
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Served with Court documents, what should you do?
If you have been served with Court documents, the Court documents might show allegations that you owe money, or requires you to attend Court on a...
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Can I recover legal costs if I win in Court?
If you win in Court, then the general rule is you will have your costs paid by the unsuccessful party. Furthermore, the unsuccessful party will bear their...
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What is Unpaid Parental Leave?
Unpaid parental leave is an important area of employment law that is regularly overlooked by employers. We often find that employers have not turned their...
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How to manage risk at a Work Christmas party
The silly season is well and truly upon us! For many, this means blowing off steam at the annual work Christmas party. While this is often the highlight...
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