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Law reforms in relation to child sexual abuse in Australia
To supplement new investigatory powers, reforms now make it easier to prosecute persistent child sexual abuse offenders.
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The police powers to arrest in NSW
The right to be free from arbitrary arrest or detention is a fundamental right and highly regarded in our legal system.Kells - Article
Can your employer force you to have the COVID-19 vaccine?
Article explores how far can an employer go in urging or requiring its staff members to be vaccinated.Kells - Article
7 important things to consider when negotiating your property settlement
To negotiate a property settlement, you should seek advice from a family lawyer, so you are aware of your entitlements.Kells - Article
A quick guide to Probate Caveats – What you need to know
What are probate caveats? How can they be used & how are they removed? How long do they last? Who can lodge? Different types.Kells - Article
De facto relationship: when does it cease to exist?
If an intention to end a de facto relationship can be identified, this is significant evidence to be taken into account.Kells - Article
Family law separation and the passing of a parent – what about the kids?
In this case, the child remained living with his stepfather and brother, and saw his father on alternate weekends.Kells - Article
Probate v Letters of Administration
Discussion about Probate and Letters of Administration. The moral of the story is, make sure you have a Will.Kells - Article
The second generation: family trusts and estate planning
Family trusts can be valuable in asset ownership, however, they must be appropriately addressed in succession planning.Kells - Article
In need of a hero – the threat of elder abuse and what you can do to prevent it
Elder abuse includes any physical, mental and financial abuse or neglect, which may result in harm to an older person.Kells - Article
Temporary relief for financially distressed businesses
This government economic response hopes to prevent otherwise profitable and viable businesses from financial distress.Kells - Article
Commercial landlord hardship fund
This relief fund will support landlords who are experiencing hardship as a result of reducing rent for their tenants.Kells - Article
Liquidated damages in residential building contracts in New South Wales
A homeowner may now claim for actual damages for delay, in excess of a nominal liquidated damages amount in the contract.Kells - Article
Buying a business? Here are 3 top tips if you are taking over existing premises
It is important to get this aspect of your business purchase right - 3 suggestions if you are taking over existing premises.Kells - Article
Security of payment: How to claim payment for construction work in NSW
The SOP Act provides a regime where a person who has carried out construction work is entitled to progress payments.Kells - Article
The Most Important Contract For Joint Purchasers May Not Be The One They Sign To Purchase The Property…
Co-ownership agreements, forms of co-ownerships, associated risks & things to consider.Kells - Article
Alternative avenues of relief for creditors to recover debts during COVID-19
New economic measures will provide relief for financially distressed individuals and businesses affected by COVID-19.Kells - Article
Is early planning a vaccine for litigation?
Early planning is not a vaccine for litigation, but it can significantly reduce exposure to legal costs in disputes.Kells - Article
I have been appointed as an executor of a Will – what do I do?
Executors & their duties, probate & letters of administration & the general process involved in administering an estate.Kells - Article
So you have been left out of a Will, in NSW – now what?
You may be able to make a Family Provision claim, if you have been left out or inadequately provided for in a Will.Kells
