Litigation
Builder obligations Vs consumer rights
We recently had a client who came to Dangerfield Exley Lawyers with the following problem about their Builder’s Warranty.
November 29, 2017
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Fencing dispute? Know your rights
Recently a client contacted us concerned about how to erect a fence on the boundary line between their property and their neighbour’s. Our client explained.
November 22, 2017
Commercial
Help, I’m a commercial landlord stuck with abandoned goods!
A commercial landlord recently contacted us for help after his tenants left him with abandoned goods; saying, “The tenant has left a fair bit of mess and a whole lot of unused office equipment behind; as the landlord, what can I do about the abandoned goods?”
November 10, 2017
Property
Fighting property fraud: People and banks
Fraud as an exception to indefeasibility of title can only be applied if the fraud can be assessed as either originating from the bank or the result of an action, or lack of action, by the bank.
November 6, 2017
Commercial
Help, I’m selling a business: Employee entitlements
When selling your business, one of the key negotiation points that are often overlooked are employees, and what this might cost you down the track at settlement time.
November 1, 2017
Property
Property zoning: All you need to know
Buying property can be confusing and fraught with unpleasant surprises for even the seasoned investor. One part of every contract that causes some concern is zoning. We are here to provide clarity and peace of mind.
October 25, 2017
Litigation
Reforms to creditors voluntary liquidation
Are you a creditor of a company? Are you concerned that a company owing you money is not doing so well?
October 18, 2017
Property
How Gen Ys can get into the property market
Congratulations; you’re Gen Y! The generation where education is not free, health cover costs a bunch and everyone is telling you how unaffordable the housing market is.
October 11, 2017
Commercial
Big win for small businesses: Unfair contract terms
Since 12 November 2016, laws have been in place to protect small businesses from unfair terms across Australia.
October 4, 2017
Commercial
Eight points to consider when entering a commercial lease
Entering into a commercial lease is a significant commitment for tenants and landlords alike. However, both heads will almost certainly clash when negotiating terms.
September 27, 2017
Property
How we helped a foreign property purchaser
Recently the DE team received the below query about additional duties for foreign property purchasers.
September 20, 2017
Litigation
Directors: When insolvency knocks, protect yourself
Josh is the sole director of a plumbing company that has hit hard times. Josh is understandably worried about his liability as a director should the company be deemed insolvent.
September 13, 2017
Litigation
Vexatious Proceedings: Beware troublesome litigants of the Courts and VCAT
A vexatious litigant sometimes sues the same person, business and government over and over again; and sometimes sue a series of different people, businesses and government organisations.
September 6, 2017
Litigation
Avoid court: Mediation explained
Mediation is a process by which two or more people mutually agree to meet with an independent third party (a mediator) to discuss and negotiate options and potential solutions to their conflict.
August 30, 2017
Commercial
Help, I’m selling a business!
Selling a business can be a complex and rewarding opportunity, although there are many things you need to consider.
August 10, 2017