Have you been accused or been a victim of a nuisance crime in Queensland? If so, there is an action you can take and rights you hold, protected by Queensland laws. If you are found guilty of a nuisance offence, serious penalties and recordings on your criminal record may apply, so it is important that …
Litigation Law Articles
Litigation Law Articles
What is Defamation in Queensland?
Are you involved in a situation regarding defamation in Queensland? Defamation is serious, so it is important that you are aware of your rights and the possible outcomes of the matter. In Queensland, defamation is the communication of defamatory information to one or multiple third parties. It is governed by the Criminal Code Act 1899 …
What is a Director Penalty Notice?
A director penalty notice (sometimes called a DPN) is a serious document, so it is important that you are aware of your rights and responsibilities in the matter. A director penalty notice is issued to a director of a company that has not complied with its taxation obligations. The director penalty notice makes the director …
What to Know about a Letter of Demand
A letter of demand is an important first step in any legal dispute. Are you in a position where you are considering writing a letter of demand to a debtor of yours? This is not an uncommon occurrence, and it can be a great step towards recovering the debts you are owed. It is a …
What is Negotiation in Law?
You may find yourself in a position where you are considering entering a negotiation with an opposing party. Negotiation is recommended as it generally creates the optimal results for all parties involved and prevents your matter from entering court. You must be aware of your rights and responsibilities when entering a negotiation so as to …
Tree Disputes in Queensland
Tree disputes in Queensland are primarily governed by the Neighbourhood Disputes (Diving Fences and Trees) Act 2011 (Qld) (‘the Act’). The Act aims to provide avenues for neighbours to resolve disagreements surrounding trees on adjoining properties. Trees Disputes – Covered Under the Act The Act defines ‘tree’ and what is covered by the Act under …
Vicarious Liability of Employers – Employment Law
Vicarious liability in employment law arises in certain circumstances which will make an employer liable for the actions on an employee. Employers and employees have a special relationship when it comes to liability in negligence claims. An employer has a duty of care to protect their employees and workers from the actions of others employed …
Setting Aside a Default Judgement in Queensland
Are you thinking about setting aside a default judgment? A default judgement may be ordered in instances where the Plaintiff has filed a statement of claim, however no defence has been filed by the other party. A default judgement may also be made if a Defendant fails or neglects to pay any amount claimed within …
Enforcing a Judgement on the Sunshine Coast
Enforcing a judgement made by a court or tribunal may occur when an order has been made for the payment of a debt, however the defendant has not complied with the terms of the judgement. A judgement may be enforced in a number of ways; some avenues require the creditor to have evidence that the …
Sunshine Coast Debt Recovery Solicitors
Sunshine Coast debt recovery lawyers offer a variety of individual solutions to suit your situation when recovering outstanding debts. Whatever the issue, bad debtors, outstanding invoices or clients who refuse to pay, Sunshine Coast debt recovery lawyers can help from start to finish! The first step in the process is sending a lawyers letter of …
Defamation Lawyers Sunshine Coast
Defamation lawyers on the Sunshine coast can provide you with advice and assistance with defamation, which is a tort within civil law which deals with civil wrongs that causes an individual to suffer loss or harm. Individuals who have been victimised as a result of a civil tort are able to sue for compensation or …
Private Nuisance in Neighbour disputes
Private nuisance may occur when any person unreasonably interferes with a right connected to your property. By owning or renting a residential property, you possess the right of quiet enjoyment of that property. These types of behaviour may include loud and excessive noise, smoke and other unpleasant odours, overhanging trees/objects, dust, vibrations, obstruction of paths/water …
What is a Statutory Demand?
A creditor’s statutory demand for payment of debt is a formal demand for payment of a debt owed by a company. Statutory demands are issued pursuant to Part 5.4 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). A statutory demand is supported by a money order judgment or an affidavit attesting that the debt is due and …