Why DIY Will kits are dangerous
A lot of people die without a Will, which means that the division of their assets after they die is determined by legislation set...
Government’s power to declare war
Recent terrorist attacks in Paris have ignited furious debate about the role that military action should play in defeating the terrorist group known as...
Informal contracts explained
Weekender legal guru Daniel McKinnon explains informal contracts - and why they're just as enforceable as a written agreement.
Why COVID-19 app concern is misplaced
The Federal Government has launched a contact tracing app called “COVID Safe” and is asking Australian citizens to download it, enter their details and keep the app activated to assist in the fight against COVID-19.
Things to do before you list your property for sale
At about this time every year we write an article providing some tips and hints around selling your property.
Why you need a Will today
We are running a promotion at Complete Legal & Conveyancing for the rest of April encouraging people to do something about their estate planning.
If...
The legal truth behind MAFS and other reality shows
Fortunately for ‘MAFS’ participants, who almost always break up in an inglorious shower of controversy, there is no such requirement because they are never married in the first place.
How conflicts of interest work in the legal world
Very strict rules govern how solicitors practice.
Harsher consequences needed for fake news
In a world that demands freedom of the press, why aren’t there more consequences for fake news?
Tackling drink drivers
Did you know that new legislation was introduced in recent years to combat drink driving?
For the past few years Courts have been able to...
Can someone with dementia make a Will?
We often get enquiries from people with family members who are in the twilight of their lives as to whether or not a person...
Quirky road rules you may not know about
Most of us know our mainstream road rules back to front.
There are some other road rules in New South Wales that you might not...
House hunting tips and advice
I am house hunting at the moment and so have had the shoe on the other foot, so to speak, in experiencing what home...
Selling or buying property before Christmas? Here’s what you need to do
Legal and conveyancing expert Daniel McKinnon runs us through the to-do list if you're planning to buy or sell real estate before the end of the year.
Advice for buyers and sellers as spring property season arrives
Thinking of buying or selling this spring?
Buying or selling a rent roll
We regularly act for real estate agents (property managers) who are either buying or selling a rent roll.
Folau saga is not about religion
That Folau has hijacked the debate into a war about freedom of religion is clever, but misleading.
Getting a divorce
Unfortunately, the percentage of marriages that result in divorce in Australia is quite high.
If you find yourself in a position where your marriage has...
Yes, you can still settle before Christmas
We are a mere four weeks away from the world going to sleep for a couple of weeks for the Christmas break.