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November 17, 2022 · Mingqiang

Received Spam Marketing Emails — Did You Unsubscribe?

In recent years, Australian businesses have frequently been targeted by hackers, leading to leaks of users' personal information. Legislation and regulation around personal data privacy have become a national hot topic, and this has also made spam email more prevalent. It is not uncommon to receive a dozen or more marketing emails from different companies each day, and the build-up of these messages can cause us to miss important emails. In this article we focus on how businesses should set up a lawful marketing email system.

November 15, 2022 · Mingqiang

20 Common and Important Australian Visa Conditions Explained

On an Australian visa grant letter, you will often see visa conditions identified by four-digit codes. Many visa holders don't fully understand what these conditions mean. These visa conditions must not be ignored. Breaching them can cause serious problems for your future Australian visa renewals, immigration, or studies. Today we will walk you through the various Australian visa conditions and explain the key points you need to know.

November 10, 2022 · Mingqiang

When a dispute arises in Australia, can I choose to “settle privately”?

When living in China, if people run into minor disputes — such as a minor traffic collision — the two sides often choose to settle the matter privately once they reach an agreement. So after moving to Australia, does the concept of a “private settlement” exist here as well?

November 8, 2022 · Mingqiang

The Online Seller Refuses to Ship My Order — Do I Have to Just Accept It?

We previously discussed what to do if the item you received from an online purchase is not the one you ordered. Today, let’s look at another situation that often arises with online shopping: what should you do when the seller fails to ship your order?

November 3, 2022 · Mingqiang

When Should You Apply for a Letter of Administration (NSW)?

In previous articles we have covered a number of estate-related topics. This article outlines the NSW legal rules governing Letters of Administration.

November 2, 2022 · Mingqiang

What Should I Do If There Is a Problem With Something I Bought?

Shopping is one of the most common everyday activities for human beings. Regardless of age or gender, daily life inevitably involves shopping. Whether it is picking up a small item at a corner store, buying clothes at a shopping centre, purchasing furniture from a furniture store, or shopping online in the internet age, "shopping" is virtually everywhere. Shopping can be a necessity or a form of stress relief, but it can also bring frustration. Not every shopping experience is a pleasant one. Many people have encountered products or services that did not meet their expectations. Today, we will discuss the rights that consumers have under Australian consumer protection law. This article will focus on issues relating to repairs, replacements, and refunds.

November 1, 2022 · Mingqiang

Pros and Cons of Buying Off-the-Plan Property in Australia

For anyone planning to buy off-the-plan property in Australia, it is essential to weigh the pros and cons of an off-the-plan purchase, and to pay attention to the clauses and considerations around the 5% tolerance on floor area. This article walks through the advantages and disadvantages of buying off-the-plan property in Australia, answering common questions and helping you avoid the pitfalls of off-the-plan purchases. What is an off-the-plan purchase? Off-the-plan property refers to a property that is purchased before it has been built.

October 27, 2022 · Mingqiang

[Success Story] Using Phone While Driving + Unlicensed Driving: Case Dismissed, No Criminal Record, No Fine

Anyone who has lived in Australia knows how strict the road rules are — receiving a speeding fine or a suspension notice is all too common. Today we share another success story from NS Legal, to help you better understand NSW road rules and to show how we can help if you accidentally breach them.

October 26, 2022 · Mingqiang

Recent Wave of Personal Data Breaches in Australia — How to Protect Yourself

The recent large-scale theft of Optus and Medibank customer data has drawn nationwide attention. It is fair to say that the vast majority of people living in Australia have received alert emails from these two companies lately, and that is not counting the data attacks that were prevented in advance or those of smaller scale.

October 21, 2022 · Mingqiang

How Is Child Support Divided After Divorce?

In Australia, child support is a payment made by one or both parents to the other after divorce, used to help cover the costs of caring for the children. Child support generally needs to be paid until the child turns 18.

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