Video Articles

John Gallagher from Sunshine Coast Law Firm Argon Law, discusses the importance of understanding how bankruptcy can affect the outcome of your Will. Is someone to whom you have made a gift under your Will, a bankrupt or at risk of becoming a bankrupt? If so, you should be aware of the impact this may […]

Are you selling a business or leased premises? Or struggling with the written assignment?  In this video John Gallagher navigates the legal intricacies surrounding the assignments of commercial leases in Queensland, providing valuable insights for business owners, landlords, and potential assignees alike. There are many intricacies of assigning a lease of real estate in Queensland, […]

Are you considering a purchase of commercial property in Queensland? As an owner it is your responsibility to identify and manage asbestos under work place health and safety. John Gallagher from Argon Law will explain to you the important aspects to know about asbestos management. Owners must create two documents, an Asbestos Register and Asbestos […]

John Gallagher from Argon Law talks through important things to consider before appointing an agent for sale in Queensland. For more information visit our website www.argonlaw.com.au What are the key differences between Sole Agents, Exclusive Agents and Open Listings? How do your decisions here affect the commission the agent is entitled to be paid?

Are you a company director? Do you hold that position for the purpose of maintaining your interest or investment in that company? Have you ever thought about what would happen if you were to become injured or disabled to the point where you cannot attend meetings. In this video, John Gallagher from Argon Law in […]

When a building or other permanent structure extends beyond their boundary into another block of land then this constitutes as an encroachment of land. Home buyers need to be mindful of encroachment upon buying. Encroachment can be resolved by agreement without the need to seek a court order, although it’s important to seek legal advice […]

Are you considering selling property in Queensland? Is so..You should be aware of the need to disclose to the buyer any encumbrances that are affecting the property. Most contracts state specifically that the property is to be provided to the buyer free of all encumbrances other than those disclosed in the contract. If a seller […]

Are you buying a property? What is the “Cooling Off Period” ? John Gallagher, solicitor from Argon Law provides the information you need when signing a residential contract. The Cooling Off Period does not apply in every case: Doesn’t apply upon the fall of a hammer at auction. A buyer can wave or shorten the […]

John Gallagher of Sunshine Coast law firm Argon Law discusses Community Management Statements (CMS). The CMS is a vitally important document for all owners, tenants and developers of complexes such as community title schemes. Anyone considering investing or living in a community title scheme should become familiar with the contents and relevance of the CMS.

If you’re a landlord of commercial property and your lessee goes bankrupt, or into liquidation, without the right protections, some of your assets could end up being used to pay their creditors. Under the Personal Property Securities Act (PPSA), if an entity becomes bankrupt or goes into liquidation or voluntary administration, then an asset which […]