July 8, 2022 · Mingqiang
Franchising in Australia requires a Franchise Agreement, Disclosure Document, Key Facts Sheet and Information Statement. The agreement and Key Facts Sheet must be provided at least 14 days before signing; the Information Statement must be provided within 7 days after a prospective franchisee expresses interest.
July 7, 2022 · Mingqiang
For fence disputes, most states require notice to neighbours before building; lawyers generally suggest informal discussion first. In New South Wales, landowners can seek court orders for private tree disputes to remedy, limit or prevent damage to property or injury to people.
July 6, 2022 · Mingqiang
Concerned that overturning Roe v. Wade in the US could affect abortion rights in Australia? The Australian Constitution does not mention abortion rights. State and territory laws and policies determine gestational limits and the conditions for termination; the right is not absolute.
June 30, 2022 · Mingqiang
If family violence ends your relationship during Partner visa processing, you may obtain permanent residency early if eligible. You must prove the relationship was genuine and ongoing before it ended, and violence against you or another family member occurred during the relationship.
June 29, 2022 · Mingqiang
If you face stalking, intimidation or cyber stalking in NSW, record every incident, preserve evidence and report it to police. The law also covers cyber stalking and cyber bullying that constitutes intimidation. Stalking or intimidation carries up to 5 years’ imprisonment and/or a $5500 fine.
June 28, 2022 · Mingqiang
Under the scheme NSW announced in 2022, eligible first home buyers purchasing a property worth no more than $1.5 million can choose annual property tax or usual stamp duty, calculated on unimproved land value and the property’s dutiable value respectively.
June 24, 2022 · Mingqiang
For commercial lease repair disputes, first check how the lease allocates responsibility. Tenants usually handle general repairs, excluding fair wear and tear, structural repairs and capital expenditure. If damage makes the premises wholly or partly unfit for occupation, tenants can usually seek a rent reduction or even terminate the lease.
June 23, 2022 · Mingqiang
With a valid NSW lease, a sale does not mean you must leave. Whether rent can rise during a fixed term depends on its length and terms. For terms under 2 years, increases require a lease clause specifying the amount or calculation method.
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June 22, 2022 · Mingqiang
Temporary visa holders generally need FIRB approval and may buy only one established property for their own residence, which must be sold if no longer owner-occupied. Foreign investors must choose a new property, or vacant land for building one, for investment; an established property cannot be bought as an investment.
June 17, 2022 · Mingqiang
In NSW, common assault does not necessarily require physical contact or injury; threatening force may be an offence. Self-defence, duress, automatism or mental illness may provide a defence, but its availability and whether it is complete depend on the type of defence and the circumstances.
