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Risks when purchasing off the plan properties

Buying off the plan is where you enter into a Contract to purchase a property prior to the completion of the construction of the dwelling or prior to the registration of the plan of subdivision(strata or otherwise).

There are risks associated with purchasing off the plan and the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted some of the risks that need to be considered before you enter into an off the plan property purchase Contract.

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New protections for “Off the Plan” Purchases

New laws commencing on 1 September 2020 are designed to protect purchasers of off the plan apartments.
The New Residential Apartment Buildings (Compliance and Enforcement Powers) Act has commenced as part of the New South Wales Government’s objectives to have a better framework to protect consumers who have been wronged in the past by poor building practices.

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The COVID-19 Leasing Code of Conduct in Action

In a recent court case in the Supreme Court of New South Wales the application of the Leasing Code of Conduct for the COVID-19 pandemic was called into action.

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FAMILY LAW Q&A

Who has the right to change the locks on the house after separation?
Even in circumstances where a party has been temporarily residing elsewhere during separation, the changing of the locks can come as somewhat of a shock. If a client contacts us in this scenario often the first question that they will ask is:

“Who has the right to change the locks to the family home?”

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Domestic Financial Abuse

Domestic Financial abuse is a form of family violence in which one partner attempts to exercise power and control over their spouse by limiting their access to finances and dictating the terms on which money is to be spent. It often happens alongside other types of domestic violence, such as physical or emotional abuse.

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High Court Decision clarifies meaning of a “Working Day” in the context of Personal Leave entitlements of employees

The High Court has recently overturned a decision of the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia in relation to the entitlements of employees to personal leave.

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How do I cover myself for issues which may arise in a contract due to a Pandemic?

The current COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to give consideration to incorporating clauses in contracts to cover situations where supply chains may be impacted and/or restrictions are imposed on a party to a contract which may prevent them from being able to perform their obligations under the contract.

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Newsletter September 2020

Read the Solari & Stock Newsletter – September 2020 here….

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Family Law Q&As

Do All Family Law Matters Have To Go To Court?

Short answer is no!

Statistics show that approximately 85% of family law disputes are resolved without the Court being required to make any decision. In other words, people have been able to reach agreement between themselves and have only used the Court services to formalise that agreement by filing their Consent Orders
Further, of the cases that are filed with the Court for determination, only approximately 2% of those cases actually proceed to a final determination by a Judge. The remaining 13% of cases are settled after the case has been filed in Court but before final determination by a Judge.


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Financial Settlements without a lawyer

After separation some people may choose to divide their assets without a lawyer, and understandably they are commonly motivated to save money and avoid the litigious process. However, people can run into problems and they typically fall into one of two categories:

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