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August 24, 2022 · Mingqiang
How to Use a Caveat to Protect Your Property Interests in NSW
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
Afterpay May Carry Hidden Risks for Consumers and Retailers — What You Need to Know About Buy Now, Pay Later
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
In Australia, This Kind of Conduct Can Also Be Family Violence?
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
Is Using Your Phone for Navigation While Driving Actually Illegal? Can You Use an iPad or Bluetooth?
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 17, 2022 · Qiqi
Confirmed! 200,000 Immigration Quota! To Be Maintained for At Least 2 Years! State Sponsorship Quotas Also Surge — Is the “Floodgates” Era Really Coming?
Earlier today, according to a Guardian report, unions and employers have reached an agreement to support the Government in increasing the immigration quota by 40,000 in the October Budget update — that is, lifting it from the current 160,000 to 200,000, with the 200,000 quota to be maintained for at least the next 2 years! Combined with yesterday’s news of major increases to state sponsorship quotas, it’s fair to say that those who have been waiting for skilled migration have finally welcomed spring!
August 10, 2022 · Mingqiang
Noise, dust, smoke from the neighbours seriously disrupting your life — what can you do?
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
As a Landlord, What Are Valid Grounds to Evict a Tenant? Key Considerations When Terminating a Lease Agreement
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
Directors in Australian Companies: Duties, Appointment and Removal
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 · Qiqi
One Visa Outcome: Most Wait 1-3 Years, But Some Within Six Months — What Qualifies for Priority? One Visa Assessment Must Satisfy Two Stages of Requirements — Did You Know?
Great news about successful AAT appeals keeps rolling in!
August 4, 2022 · Mingqiang
Could Pets and Domestic Animals Soon Get Their Own “Medicare”?!
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.