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Is It Lawful To Record & Publish A Private Conversation?
We often see in movies and televisions shows a plot device involving a recorded conversation. Perhaps it’s used as a means of blackmail or to prove the innocence of the good guys. We only condone the latter. We live in an age where people carry around recording devices in their pockets and handbags. Many phones are continually listening to everything we say. Isn’t that right Siri?
Excluding A Beneficiary From A Will: Some Points To Consider
A person making a will in Queensland can give instructions to their lawyer about who they want to leave their estate to and also who they do not want to leave their estate to. If you look at our free Will Information Pack (available by request here: Request a Will Information Pack), you will see that it contains a section where the will-maker can expressly name a person who they are not leaving any part of their estate to, and can give an explanation why that person is not to be included as a beneficiary of their will.
Leases: To Register Or Not to Register?
In dealing with leases we are regularly asked the question “Why do I need to register my lease?”. Whether or not you should register a lease depends on a number of factors and is dependent on the term of the lease and whether there is a mortgage over the property subject to the lease.
Recording Of Criminal Convictions
If you have been charged with an offence, you may be fearful of having a criminal conviction recorded against your name. It is a common concern when clients are proceeding through the criminal justice system, particularly for reasons such as employment and travel.
Electronic Conveyancing Now Available
Electronic conveyancing offers conveyancers, lawyers and financial institutions an alternative way of settling conveyancing transactions by settling electronically through a central, electronic/online platform.
Conveyancing Update: Retentions At Settlements
Retentions are often used where an issue arises before settlement that was not within the contemplation of the parties when they entered into the contract.
Conveyancing Update: Covenants: What Are They?
A covenant is a voluntary agreement that imposes restrictions on what a person can do or cannot do on a parcel of land. A covenant is usually imposed to preserve the amenity of the land either for the benefit of the person selling the land or for neighbouring properties.
Asset Protection In Property Transactions
The issue of asset protection is often considered when people purchase a business or commercial property but it is not always considered when purchasing residential property. People will generally buy property as their own home or as an investment property. If you are...
QSLAW Quarterly: Issue 18
QSLAW Quarterly: Issue 18 has been released.
Re-Introduction Of The Drug Court In Queensland
Earlier this year, the sentencing regime was re-introduced in the form of the Queensland Drug and Alcohol Court (“QDAC“). The purpose of the court is to identify and address substance abuse problems connected with criminal offending and provide structured penalties to address them.
Attention: Step-parents!
You and your partner have recently decided to go your separate ways. Your partner has a child from a previous relationship and you have developed a strong relationship with this child that you want to maintain. Maybe you are the biological parent of a child and want to know how the logistics work with any separation that occurs between your child and their step-parent.
Personal Insolvency Agreement: A Flexible Alternative To Bankruptcy
Part X of the Bankruptcy Act allows a debtor to enter into an arrangement with their creditors to satisfy their debts without being made bankrupt.This arrangement is called a “Personal Insolvency Agreement.”