Legal Issues
Fines and jail time on the cards for fake vaccination certificate users
Irrespective of your stance on COVID-19 vaccines generally, this is a matter of law, and the legal system needs to be able to penalise people who breach it.
Property market update: Is the tide about to turn?
The media has been alight with content about how hot the Sydney property market has been for the past couple of years with record prices, limited stock, and high auction clearance rates.
Buying property off the plan
The property market certainly has a spring in its step with property prices once again showing some encouraging growth, auction clearance rates high and lots of sale contracts coming across our desk.
How conflicts of interest work in the legal world
Very strict rules govern how solicitors practice.
Legal inconsistencies in same-sex marriage debate
The marriage equality debate is taking centre stage in mainstream media once again following the decision of Australian tennis great Margaret Court to boycott...
Why Will Kits are bad news
Will Kits are seen as a cheap alternative to having your document drafted by an appropriately qualified Solicitor.
Harsher consequences needed for fake news
In a world that demands freedom of the press, why aren’t there more consequences for fake news?
Changes to the banking sector
This week’s column centres on the new payments platform which launched in Australia on Tuesday.
While not exclusively a legal issue, the changes will have...
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.
Explainer: Easements and restrictions
When you are thinking about buying a property it is important for you to understand whether or not there are any easements or restrictions as to uses that apply to the land.
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.
A COVID-19 vaccine is coming, so what does the law say?
Debate continues to bluster along at breakneck speed as talk of a COVID-19 vaccine being available in early 2021 dominates headlines.
“You’ve been served!”: What it actually means
What the famous legal term actually entails in Australia.
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...
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.
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...
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.
Explainer: What to do when someone passes away
Legal expert Daniel McKinnon explains the steps you need to take when someone close to you passes away.
