Can my landlord increase my rent and by how much?
◷ 2 minute read Yes, your landlord can increase the rent, but there are rules and limitations to how much they can increase it by, as set out in the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW). Under the Act, landlords must...
If I trip on the footpath, can I sue the Council?
◷ 2 minute read Yes, you may be able to sue your local council if you trip on a footpath in NSW, under certain circumstances. Section 45 of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) provides that a public authority, such...
Is my partner entitled to my inheritance if we separate?
◷ 2 minute read In Australia, inheritance is generally considered to be a financial resource of an individual, and as such, it may be taken into account when determining a property settlement in the event of a separation or divorce...
Can I cut my neighbour’s tree branches overhanging in my property?
◷ 2 minute read Generally, you have the right to prune or time overhanging branches from your neighbour’s tree if they are causing a nuisance or damage to your property. However, there are certain rules and guidelines that you must...
What is Legal Privilege?
◷ 2 minute read Legal privilege in Australia refers to the legal right that protects certain types of communications between lawyers and their clients from being disclosed or used as evidence in court proceedings or other legal contexts. Legal privilege...
Do I need a Shareholders Agreement
◷ 1 minute read By law – No, but it is advisable if there is more than one shareholder in your company. When things go well – everything appears seamless, and nobody looks at the formalities. It’s for the times...
Leasing Update – it’s going electronic
◷ 1 minute read In keeping with NSW’s move towards a 100% digital environment for lodgement of land dealings, the Registrar General has recently declared that from 11 October 2021 all remaining dealings must be lodged electronically and can no...
What can you do if someone interferes with your property?
◷ 2 minute read If someone interferes with your personal and/or real property, you may be able to bring an action against them for the tort of trespass. If a person interferes with your personal property, you can bring an...
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