Illegal Tree Removal and Destruction – A “Growing” Issue
The illegal removal or destruction of trees is a growing issue in NSW that has a maximum penalty, under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, of $1.1 million, plus...
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Coles must pay the following failed appeal
The New South Wales Court of Appeal has ordered Coles Supermarkets to pay damages of nearly half a million dollars to a lady who was recovering from cancer when she...
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Issues Between Neighbours
Many contentious issues arise between neighbours involving trees, whether it be overhanging branches or encroaching tree roots. Access onto your neighbour’s property can also result in conflict. If possible, the...
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Company Power of Attorney
An article that provides an overview of a Company Power of Attorney (POA). Read this for more information...
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Changes to the NSW Road Rules & Traffic Laws
NSW Roads and Maritime Services recently announced a number of changes to the NSW Road Rules due to commence on 1 November 2012. The most significant amendment involves the rules...
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When can a police officer search you?
Police are required to have reasonable grounds or a reasonable suspicion before they can undertake a search. Find out more by reading this article...
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Who is included in a gift to your “children” in your Will?
It is common for parents to make provision for their children in their Wills as a group. Such a gift is known as a “class gift”.... find out more by...
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What if I don’t want my children to receive a share of my estate until they reach a certain age?
This is a particularly complex area of Will drafting. Certain wording can mean your children receive an “expectant share” in your estate when you die, but only take “possession” of...
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Unsigned Wills – When Intention is Everything
Generally, for a Will to be valid it needs to be signed by a Willmaker (testator) in the presence of two witnesses, who should also sign at the same time....
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Don’t Leave Your Child’s Guardian Out of Pocket
In the Wills there should have been a power to enable money to be advanced to the guardians themselves, either by way of loan or gift, to enable the guardians...
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