August 24, 2022 · Mingqiang
Property investment has long been one of the key avenues people pursue for steady financial growth. However, in this process, protecting property interests is especially important. To safeguard their interests in an uncertain market, many investors turn to various legal mechanisms to strengthen their property rights. One common method is the use of a "Caveat".
August 23, 2022 · Mingqiang
For those living in Australia, you have likely noticed the Afterpay option at checkout when shopping online — “Shop now. Pay later. Interest-free.” This Afterpay slogan has enticed many people to jump at the buy-now-pay-later option. But beyond the convenience, are you aware of the risks that come with Afterpay? Today we will walk consumers and retailers through the key things to watch out for when using Afterpay.
August 19, 2022 · Mingqiang
Many people assume that within a household, only physical violence counts as "family violence". That understanding is seriously mistaken. Australian law takes what is effectively a zero-tolerance stance on "family violence", and its definition of such conduct is accordingly very broad. Today we look at things you may not know about "family violence" under Australian law.
August 18, 2022 · Mingqiang
Recently we have received many enquiries from clients about whether it is permitted to use a mobile phone while driving in NSW. This has also been a fairly hot topic on social media. NSW actually has a very strict set of rules governing the use of mobile phones and other electronic devices, as well as Bluetooth functions, while driving — and these rules are easily overlooked, even by people who have lived in Australia for many years. On that note, let's take a look at what the official regulations actually say.
August 10, 2022 · Mingqiang
In daily life, it is not unusual to encounter situations where noise, rubbish or smoke from a neighbour seriously affects us. From a legal perspective, what remedies are available? We can draw on Australian law relating to private nuisance to protect our right to enjoy our land or home. If you live in a Strata Scheme, noise issues can also be addressed through the strata by-laws.
August 9, 2022 · Mingqiang
For both landlords and tenants, entering into a lease is a significant legal and financial commitment. Disputes frequently arise between landlords and tenants over leasing matters. So, as a landlord in Australia, if a tenant fails to perform their obligations, what legitimate grounds does the landlord have to terminate the lease agreement and evict the tenant? What are the methods of terminating a lease agreement? Before evicting a tenant, what obligations should the landlord fulfil? If the tenant has not breached the agreement, can the landlord still terminate it? This article has the answers.
August 5, 2022 · Mingqiang
Director, a title that sounds impressive by itself, typically carries a very important role in a company. Just how important is this position, and how is a director appointed or removed? Today we will walk through what you must know about the role of director when running a company in Australia.
August 4, 2022 · Mingqiang
Seven or eight out of every ten people in Australia probably have a pet at home, and the expenses for these little masters certainly add up. Day-to-day food and supplies aside, once they get sick, the bills are no small matter. VET fees in Australia aren't cheap to begin with — anyone who has a pet knows. While many owners choose to buy pet insurance, when an animal actually falls ill, you can't really stop to check what's covered and what's not, or how much is reimbursable. Just swipe the card — treat it now! As long as it can be cured! A single visit costing a few hundred dollars is nothing; if something is genuinely wrong, a few thousand is often barely enough.
August 3, 2022 · Mingqiang
Running a small business in Australia is a common choice for many new migrants, and opening a restaurant is especially popular. Today, 星联 shares with you the 5 key legal points every restaurant owner needs to understand before opening.
July 28, 2022 · Mingqiang
Many new migrants believe that once they obtain PR, they no longer need to pay the various surcharges imposed on foreign persons when buying property in Australia. In reality, however, in NSW many PR holders have found that they still have to pay a "Land Tax Surcharge". What is this charge?
