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20December

Expert Divorce Lawyers in Perth: Securing Your Future with Confidence

Navigate the complexities of divorce with tailored legal solutions designed to protect what matters most Divorce is one of life’s most significant transitions, bringing financial, legal, and logistical challenges that can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dividing assets, negotiating parenting arrangements, or addressing spousal maintenance, these decisions have long-term implications that demand expert advice. A skilled...

20December

Family Law Expertise: Helping You Navigate Legal Complexities with Confidence

Explore how skilled family lawyers in Perth deliver clarity, precision, and results tailored to your needs. Navigating family law issues can be complex and challenging, especially when personal circumstances and legal requirements intersect. Whether dealing with divorce, property settlements, or parenting arrangements, having an experienced family lawyer by your side is essential. At Leach Legal,...

19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

Fatal traffic crash, Adare

Carter Capner Law monitors accidents involving cars, motorcycles, trucks, busses, cyclists and trams throughout Australia to spotlight safety issues of concern to our clients and to demonstrate those situations in which they may have a right to an insurance or compensation recovery. We act for drivers, riders, passengers, pedestrians. Call today on 1300 529...

19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

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19December

Clarifying Owners Corporation Duties and Lot Owner Responsibilities: Key Insights from The Owners – Strata Plan No 2661 v Selkirk [2024] NSWSC 760

Introduction The recent decision inThe Owners – Strata Plan No 2661 v Selkirk[2024] NSWSC 760 (“Selkirk”) provides useful guidance on the relationship between the obligations imposed upon owners corporations to maintain and repair common property under s62 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) (“SSMA”), and the practical limits of a lot owner’s claim...

19December

Proposed Changes Under the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 – What You Need to Know

The Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 has been introduced into the NSW Parliament, bringing forward a series of reforms designed to enhance the governance and oversight of strata and community schemes. These revisions incorporate a wide range of recommendations from the statutory review of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (SSMA), which was...

19December

Residential Focus: Another pass at reforming the Strata Schemes Legislation

Residential Focus: Another pass at reforming the Strata Schemes Legislation

19December

Sneak Peek Episode 434. What about the dodgy building managers?

Sneak peek at this week’s podcast episode: In our final episode for 2024, Reena’s pulling back the curtain on poor building management practices and asking the question: why aren’t building managers held to the same standard as strata managers? We also debate Section 55 in the NSW strata legislation. What the heck is it...

19December

Ask Amanda Now: One Strata Question Answered

In today’s “Ask Amanda Now” session, Amanda answered Rob’s question: Is it ok to have a small Christmas tree on a table (with lights) in the common property lobby area? The tree has been placed there by a resident.