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January 13, 2022 · Mingqiang
A Legal Perspective on Djokovic’s Visa Saga | How Did He Win? Why Is the Immigration Minister So Conflicted?
After a visa cancellation, the distinction between merits review and judicial review affects the available remedies. Djokovic succeeded because officials did not follow the procedure allowing time for legal advice. The Immigration Minister could still exercise personal powers, without any duty to consider doing so.
December 23, 2021 · Qiqi
Thinking of working and studying part-time in Australia? Lodge onshore to gain AAT appeal rights and other benefits — even a “troubled history” can be saved!
Planning to renew your student visa onshore in Australia? Prepare your new application before your existing substantive visa expires. The December 2021 arrangements involve bridging visas, AAT review after refusal, Genuine Temporary Entrant requirements and a personal study plan.
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December 15, 2021 · Mingqiang
[Must-Read for New Dog Owners] A Legal Guide to What You Can and Can’t Do!
Dog owners in NSW must attend to microchipping, registration, leashing and waste disposal. Some public places prohibit dogs even on a lead. If a dog is declared dangerous, additional rules apply to its enclosure, muzzle and the person controlling it.
December 14, 2021 · Mingqiang
I Sold My Company Shares — Not Taking This “One-Page Agreement” Seriously Cost Me Dearly!
When buying or selling private company shares, the agreement should specify share numbers and types, price and payment arrangements, pre-sale conditions, warranties, indemnities and liability limits. If the other party is a shell company with few or no assets, require its owner to act as guarantor.
December 9, 2021 · Mingqiang
By the Time You Find Out It’s Too Late — These Actions Can Get Your Australian Permanent Resident Visa Cancelled!
Australian PR can be cancelled for false information invalidating its grant or failure to meet character requirements, including substantial criminal records and migration detention offences. When returning from overseas, you must check your travel entitlement remains valid against your grant letter.
December 8, 2021 · Mingqiang
“You have the right to remain silent, but anything you say can be used against you in court…” Sometimes silence can actually hurt you
When questioned by police in Australia, you can remain silent without proving your innocence. If you answer, your words may become court evidence and affect liability; unsuitable answers may increase your sentence. Serious criminal offences are referred to the DPP for prosecution.
December 7, 2021 · Mingqiang
This Time It’s Real! Insulting or Leaking Others’ Info/Photos Online Could Cost You Up to $11,000 in Fines!
If you face online defamation or bullying, you can ask the platform to remove the content. The 2021 anti-trolling bill requires a complaints mechanism. If content cannot be removed, you can request the publisher’s details; if the platform refuses disclosure, you can seek legal assistance.
December 2, 2021 · Mingqiang
Missed One Letter — And My Personal Property Was Forcibly Auctioned?
In some financial dispute cases in Australia, situations like these often arise: someone suddenly discovers a sum has been deducted from their bank account, or someone suddenly receives a Bankruptcy Notice. The first reaction in such a situation is bound to be bewilderment — it’s only a minor dispute, I haven’t even been to court yet, so on what basis can my property be forcibly seized?
December 1, 2021 · Mingqiang
Living With Your Boyfriend for Years Without a Marriage Certificate — Are You Considered Married by Default in Australia?
Once a relationship is legally recognised as de facto, partners have the same rights to joint property as married spouses. The two relationships have different registration documents and time limits for proceedings after separation or divorce, and financial agreements must meet conditions to take effect.
November 30, 2021 · Mingqiang
PUA, Intimidation, Cut-Off Living Expenses? Many Forms of Cold Violence Are Also Family Violence!
Threats, control or unreasonable denial of financial autonomy by a family member may involve family violence, even without physical violence. If you fear the other person, you can apply for a family violence intervention order and include your children as protected persons; breaching the order is a criminal matter.