Legal Insights
Challenging wills in Victoria
Executors and beneficiaries in Victoria need to be aware that the deceased does not necessarily have the final say as to how their estate will…
Owners Corporations, Landlords and Airbnb
Recent decisions by the Victorian Supreme Court are affecting Owners Corporations and Landlords who want to stop short-term Airbnb rentals.
Cashing Out Annual Leave
By a decision handed down on 3 August 2016, the Fair Work Commission has given millions of employees nation-wide the option of cashing out their annual…
Beware Automatic Contract Renewal Clauses
How long does your contract with your internet provider last? Or with your water cooler contractor? Or your ad words agency; waste removal contractor; consultants;…
Recent changes to Victorian Building Laws
The Victorian Government has made recent changes to Victorian building laws which came into effect on 4 July 2016. The changes extend the powers of…
New Electronic Conveyancing in Victoria
A new system of electronic conveyancing has been introduced in Victoria. Learn more about its advantages and whether its is suited to your property transaction
7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Building Claims
Builders- please read on for 7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Litigation for Domestic Builders based on Melissa Henderson's personal experience as CEO of…
Who can contest a will in Victoria?
To start a legal action to seek a share or greater share of a deceased estate in Victoria, you have to an “elligible person”. This…
New consumer reforms affecting domestic builders
The Victorian Government has introduced the Building Legislation Amendment (Consumer Protection) Bill 2015 with new consumer reforms affecting domestic builders. The reforms include some dramatic…
New laws extending unfair contracts laws to small business
New laws extending unfair contract laws to small business via changes to the the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and the Australian Securities and Investment Commission Act…
Removing bad reviews from the internet
DO YOU HAVE BAD REVIEWS ON THE INTERNET TURNING YOUR CUSTOMERS AWAY AND HARMING YOUR REPUTATION? The Supreme Court of South Australia has upheld a…
Lock up or lose your belongings AND your insurance claim!
While it may seem evident that leaving doors and windows unlocked makes it easier for burglars, many are unaware that it can also makes it…