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Have you ever wondered about the role of a body corporate, and whom you might need to speak to about certain issues?  A body corporate is the legal entity responsible for managing and maintaining common property in a community titles scheme. This includes things like shared driveways, lifts, stairwells, gardens, rooftops, pools and building structures. […]

A lot has changed since the pandemic began, and many are finding solace in a move to the country. I’m Sophie Paras from Argon Law and in today’s video we’ll explore the GST farmland exemption. The farmland exemption has become more relevant in recent years with many buyers choosing to purchase rural residential blocks. Often […]

If you’re like most people, you might only engage with a lawyer to create or update your will or transact a property. That said, with the business world changing and adapting at a faster rate than ever before, another area of law is thriving – litigation.  As consumers, we all interact routinely with corporations large […]

We’ve all seen the DIY Will kits or free Will templates online that claim to be a cheap and easy alternative to engaging a solicitor to draft your Will. However, when you are not experienced at drafting Wills, it is easy to make errors that have serious consequences for your Estate after you are gone. […]

If an employer treats an employee in a negative or prejudicial way, so as to breach what are called the general protections under the Fair Work Act, this can give rise to an adverse action claim by an employee against the employer. So, what is an adverse action claim in Australia and where can things […]

Have you heard of an Advance Health Directive or, as it’s more commonly called, an AHD? What is an AHD? Should you put one in place? An Advance Health Directive is a document that allows you to: give or withhold your consent now to certain medical treatments in certain medical situations. It may be general […]

Starting a business is thrilling, but navigating legal requirements is critical for success. From choosing the right ownership structure to securing proper insurance, understanding these essentials can protect your start-up and set a strong foundation for growth. In this guide, we explore five key legal considerations every start-up founder should know to ensure compliance and […]

Have you entered into a contract to buy a house and are now considering what searches you should do? Search 1: Building Records/approval search – This search will detail any building approvals or inspections that have occurred and advise you whether these have final approval.  The reason you want to do this search is to […]