The “Shame List”
By Kylie Davis Quite regularly I am asked by clients how the local newspapers are permitted to print the names and particulars of offences of those people who come before the local Court. The answer is that during “Open Court”…
Solicitors
Are expenses of Youth Allowance tax deductible? The Current State of Play.
By Robert Krahe Setting the Scene Can a student receiving Youth Allowance claim their costs of study, also referred to as self-education expenses against their assessable income? When you consider that the person in receipt of Youth Allowance is assessed…
Applications for Development. When and how you get a say…
By Andrea Green In a region where development is booming, it is important that the members of the community are aware of their rights to have a say. You may, for example, see a sign advising that premises are being…
The Queensland Ombudsman can assist you with a complaint about your local Council or a Government Department
By Sarah Dennis Has your local Council made a decision that you feel is unfair? Maybe you have been unfairly treated by a Government Department? The Queensland Ombudsman is an independent complaints investigation agency that may be able to help…
Ensure safety is more than just luck.
By Kylie Davis It is all too often that you see on the news and in newspapers stories about people being involved in accidents. As lawyers, we often have to deal with the legal consequences of accidents. Often, a moment…
New legislation puts out strong road safety message
By Vince Campbell vcampbell@macamiet.com.au Under new legislation, a driver who suffers a suspension of licence following the accumulation of too many demerit points, or following a high speed offence, can apply for a Special Hardship Order (SHO). If successful on…
Tying the threads together
By Stephen Willis Stephen Willis Changes to the law in relation to the use of personal property as security will result in significant changes to business transactions involving items such as cars and boats. Trainee solicitor Stephen Willis looks at…
Leasing: Know what your rent will be before exercising your option to renew
By Kylie Davis kdavies@macamiet.com.au Leasing plays an important role in commercial life but what happens at the end of a lease? How does a lessee ensure they are happy with the Market Review of the rent before committing themselves to…
Where there’s a will, there’s a way: the Peter Brock story
By Greg Smart A will is important because it tells those who survive you how you wish to have your assets dealt with. For this reason, a will should be clear, well drafted and legally binding. The Peter Brock story…
Purchase of used cars – private sale or dealer?
By Steven Hayles Buying from private sellers While the advantage of buying through a private sale may be the obvious lower purchase price, other risks relating to the operation of the vehicle may not be so apparent. Furthermore, while there…
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