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Recording other people: What are the legalities?
Posted on August 19th, 2024
In modern times, it is easy to make audio or video recordings of situations with our smart phone. The ease with which these recordings can be made means that you could be recorded without your knowledge. Whether such recording is… Read more »
A Testamentary Trust Will
Posted on July 15th, 2023
What is a Testamentary Trust? A testamentary trust is a trust created by a Will. It is generally a discretionary trust – one where the trustee has full discretion about who benefits, and to what extent, under the trust. Why… Read more »
Neighbourhood disputes: Fences
Posted on June 20th, 2023
Some of us like chatting to our neighbours over the fence. For others, good fences make good neighbours. But what do you do when the fence dividing your property from your neighbours needs to be replaced? What if there is… Read more »
What is VOI and why you need to know about it?
Posted on June 8th, 2023
You may have started hearing some businesses, such as banks, referring to VOI. The term stands for Verification of Identity, and it is something that will soon be a fact of life.
Understanding Demerit Points and your License
Posted on March 29th, 2023
Most people believe that a drivers license has so many points and if we lose them by committing traffic offences our license is suspended. Most people also believe that there are specific periods when double demerit points are lost. Most people are wrong.
A legal guide to business leases
Posted on July 5th, 2022
If you don’t already occupy suitable premises for your business, you have a choice to buy or lease. The right option for you can be better determined with the advice of financial and legal professionals. If you decide to lease… Read more »