October 12, 2021 · Mingqiang
A sponsor who is still married can, in theory, sponsor a new partner for a Subclass 820 Partner visa. However, their documents must satisfy the visa officer that the new relationship is genuine and ongoing, there are reasonable grounds for not divorcing, and the marriage has broken down irretrievably.
October 7, 2021 · Mingqiang
If you seek a divorce in Australia after infidelity, you do not need to prove fault. No-fault divorce requires an irretrievable breakdown: at least 12 months of separation with no prospect of reconciliation. Property settlement and custody are dealt with separately.
October 6, 2021 · Mingqiang
Whether employers must compensate commuting injuries depends on state or territory rules and the accident’s connection with work. NSW employers are usually not liable, but may be responsible if an accident involves work-related activities such as visiting clients or collecting company mail.
October 5, 2021 · Mingqiang
WeChat and other social messages can be court evidence. Emails and texts are among the most relied-on evidence in Australian family law proceedings. If texts may relate to a case, promptly preserve the fullest possible version; sometimes early contact with a telecommunications provider or platform is needed.
October 1, 2021 · Mingqiang
Before marriage or cohabitation, a financial agreement can allocate assets and debts to reduce disputes after separation. Agreements may be signed before, during or after a relationship. For legal effect, they should comply with the Family Law Act, with each party receiving independent legal advice from their own lawyer.
September 30, 2021 · Mingqiang
Report animal cruelty through your state’s dedicated agency or the RSPCA website. In NSW, carers must provide reasonable care, relieve animals’ pain and arrange veterinary treatment when needed. Food, water and shelter must also be adequate. Breaches may result in fines or imprisonment.
September 28, 2021 · Mingqiang
If an agent's failure to disclose a material fact misleads you into signing a property contract, you can cancel it or seek damages. Misleading conduct is judged objectively, without needing to prove intent. Finance, building-inspection and FIRB clauses also affect termination arrangements.
September 23, 2021 · Mingqiang
Migration applications or verification of personal or financial information in Australia may require a statutory declaration witnessed by an approved witness. Intentionally making a false Commonwealth declaration may attract up to 4 years’ imprisonment; in NSW, a false declaration made to obtain a material benefit may attract 7 years.
September 22, 2021 · Mingqiang
NSW strata rules allow households to keep pets, but disputes may still arise. If a pet causes unreasonable interference, speak to its owner first. To seek removal, first attempt mediation through Fair Trading; if the dispute remains unresolved, it can then be escalated to NCAT.
September 21, 2021 · Mingqiang
If you plan to marry or divorce in China or Australia, distinguish between their procedures. Divorce by agreement in China requires agreement on matters including property, debts and custody. Australia generally requires 12 months’ separation, with divorce, property and custody dealt with separately.
