Serious criminal act by my newly married partner
Heath and Bianca were married in April 2013. In early July 2013 Bianca discovered that Heath had been involved in an armed robbery earlier in the year and he was charged for the offence. Read More
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What are the capital gains tax consequences of compulsory acquisition of land or business?
The capital gains tax (“CGT”) consequence in relation to land compulsorily acquired can be quite complex. The landholding may be a post-CGT asset, a pre-CGT asset or it may be exempt as a principal place of residence. In some cases... Read More
The land on which my business is being operated is subject to compulsory acquisition.
Where land on which a business is being operated is to be compulsory acquired, a business owner, whether it is the landowner or a tenant, is entitled to compensation under the Land Acquisition Act. Read More
Been charged with drink driving and need to keep my licence?
We're regularly asked questions about licences and what people can do to keep their licence when charged with a drink driving offence. First, there is no such thing as... Read More
In a same sex relationship with one child?
Under the Family Law Act (the Act) the parents of a child are responsible for the care, welfare and development of the child. Each parent of a child has parental responsibility for the child. ‘Parental responsibility’ means all the duties, responsibilities and authority which, by law, parents have in relation to children. Read More
Is a Parenting Plan legally binding?
A parenting plan is used in Family Law matters and is an agreement between the parents, grandparents or other persons concerned with the care, welfare or development of a child, that has been recorded in writing and signed by both of the parties. Read More
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