If a cruise or tour operator cancels the trip at short notice? Do I lose my money?
Solicitors
Federal Court Scam Warning
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The Federal Court has warned of a potential virus or malware threat in emails purportedly sent by the Court. An information statement released by the court says: “The Federal Court has been contacted by a large number of people who…
Personal Injury Claims and Child Support
There is no escape from child support arrears being paid if you are injured and have a personal injuries claim.
Sugar Analyst Gives Presentation
Our Proserpine and Mackay cane farmers were very privileged to have Tom McNeill, owner and Director of Green Pool Commodities Pty Ltd provide us with his view on the current and future sugar price at a recent function in Proserpine.
Profile – Geoff McDonald
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Geoff, who was a Mechanical Engineer, assisted many of our personal injury clients by providing Expert Reports concerning accidents and means by which they could have been prevented, passed away last month.
Solicitors Duty of Care to Intended Beneficiaries
Recently the High Court of Australia handed down their decision in the case of Badenach v Calvert which is a significant decision for solicitors, those who may wish to execute a Will and those who may have already executed their Will and are considering altering their testamentary intentions.
Visa Holders facing Criminal Charges
Overseas nationals who have committed criminal or traffic offences while living in Australia may under the provisions of the Migration Act 1958 have their visa cancelled and potentially lead to them being deported from Australia. This could lead to potentially devastating consequences for them and their families who have resided in Australia on a visa for many years.
Old Interests – New Plans
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As a landlord, or a tenant, have you ever wondered how your lease might be affected if a plan was lodged amalgamating the lot containing your leased premises with another lot? In a recent High Court decision, the Court considered and provided some useful commentary on how registration of a plan amalgamating two lots would affect a tenant’s interest in a registered lease
Dust Diseases (Black Lung & Mesothelioma)
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Our firm has acted on a number of cases where workers have been diagnosed as suffering from Mesothelioma and more recently Black Lung Disease.
Seaforth Boating Club – 30 Years Pro Bono
Our firm provides pro bono legal services to many not-for-profit organisations in the CQ region, and when the services are recognised by such associations it is greatly appreciated by our firm and our staff, that we are being recognised for “putting back” into the community in which we live and do business in.
News
Macrossan & Amiet congratulates Dyane Norton on promotion to Senior Associate
Quality Business Awards — Recognising Excellence and Trust
AML/CTF Reforms Are Coming: What Our Clients Need to Know
Leaving Violence Program
Understanding Drink Driving Laws in Queensland
The Importance of Diligence and Transparency in Property Transactions- Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
