Law

Consumers have statutory rights and suppliers responsibilities for the provision of goods and services under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). There are nine guarantees that…

Landgate recently released a Consultation Paper on behalf of the WA government proposing significant changes to the Strata Titles Act 1985 (WA). The consultation process…

Many Western Australian non-for profit organisations, such as sport and recreation clubs, societies and community groups choose to become incorporated associations.  Their incorporation pursuant to…

Clive Palmer might be Australia’s sweetheart politician, but he is not always so successful in the Courts. Mr Palmer has had a variety of claims…

Lenders have a legal obligation to protect borrowers by lending responsibly. They should assess the borrower’s ability to repay without suffering substantial hardship and should…

Allowing for compensation for losses for non-performance in your contract is an important and frequently seen provision. However a recent hearing in the Victorian Civil…

The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) is a forum for resolving disputes between financial service providers and their clients. It has the power to adjudicate on certain…

The Court of Appeal has delivered a significant decision for property developers and purchasers of lots in proposed subdivisions “off the plan”. By way of background,…

The term "director" is normally used to describe a natural person that has consented to being appointed to that position.  However, a director may also…