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July 20, 2022 · Mingqiang
How to Handle Disputes Between Co-Founders of an Australian Company
If you disagree with a co-founder, try negotiation first; a lawyer can assist if talks fail. Your business structure shapes the options: selling the business or assets, dissolving a partnership or winding up a company. If you cannot agree, court may be necessary.
July 15, 2022 · Mingqiang
Requirements and Process for Divorce in Australia
To apply for divorce in Australia, you must have separated for at least 12 months with no prospect of reconciliation. If married for under two years, you must first attend counselling or seek an exemption. Sole applications require service of documents; joint applications do not.
July 14, 2022 · Mingqiang
With prices skyrocketing across Australia, builders are raising prices on contracts signed long ago, citing surging costs — what can I do?
If your builder seeks a price increase, check whether your contract allows it and which clauses apply. A fixed-price contract with no adjustment clauses creates no obligation to pay extra building costs. Every increase needs evidence and explanation, and its extent may require negotiation.
July 12, 2022 · Mingqiang
A Guide to Post-Divorce Child Parenting Orders: What to Do When One Party Breaches the Order
After divorce or separation, parenting orders bind everyone affected. If your former spouse breaches an order, you can lodge a contravention application, but may first need to attempt mediation unless reasonably exempt. A child’s reluctance to spend time with the other parent is unlikely to be a reasonable excuse.
July 8, 2022 · Mingqiang
What Documents Are Required to Franchise a Chain Business in Australia
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
Living in a House in Australia: Ever Had a Run-In With a Troublesome Neighbour?
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
Will the Overturning of Roe v. Wade Change Abortion Rights for Women in Australia?
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
Can You Get PR Early If You Suffer Family Violence While Your Partner Visa Is Being Processed?
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
What to Do If You Experience Stalking, Intimidation, Cyber Stalking, or Cyber Bullying in NSW
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
Major NSW Property Market Reform: First Home Buyers Can Pay an Annual Property Tax! Should You Choose Property Tax or Stamp Duty?
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.