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Domestic Building Disputes Resolution Victoria
Domestic Building Disputes Resolution Victoria is a new dispute resolution body which commenced activities on 26 April 2017, providing free building dispute resolution services for…
Challenging wills in Victoria
Executors and beneficiaries in Victoria need to be aware that the deceased does not necessarily have the final say as to how their estate will…
Owners Corporations, Landlords and Airbnb
Recent decisions by the Victorian Supreme Court are affecting Owners Corporations and Landlords who want to stop short-term Airbnb rentals.
Cashing Out Annual Leave
By a decision handed down on 3 August 2016, the Fair Work Commission has given millions of employees nation-wide the option of cashing out their annual…
Beware Automatic Contract Renewal Clauses
How long does your contract with your internet provider last? Or with your water cooler contractor? Or your ad words agency; waste removal contractor; consultants;…
Recent changes to Victorian Building…
The Victorian Government has made recent changes to Victorian building laws which came into effect on 4 July 2016. The changes extend the powers of…
New Electronic Conveyancing in Victoria
A new system of electronic conveyancing has been introduced in Victoria. Learn more about its advantages and whether its is suited to your property transaction
7 Ways to Reduce the…
Builders- please read on for 7 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Litigation for Domestic Builders based on Melissa Henderson's personal experience as CEO of…
Who can contest a will…
To start a legal action to seek a share or greater share of a deceased estate in Victoria, you have to an “elligible person”. This…
New consumer reforms affecting domestic…
The Victorian Government has introduced the Building Legislation Amendment (Consumer Protection) Bill 2015 with new consumer reforms affecting domestic builders. The reforms include some dramatic…