The legal processes involved in purchasing a property make the process challenging and complicated for first-time and inexperienced buyers. Without a proper understanding of the conveyancing process, there can be many pitfalls along the journey of buying a house. Therefore, if you plan to buy property, avoid the following mistakes that can lead to regrets or lawsuits in the future. 1. Failure to Inspect the Property The person selling the property you are interested in might not be keen on maintenance and repairs.
18 August 2021
Are you an executor to a deceased estate? The executor is a critical aspect in managing a deceased estate. Typically, they are charged with implementing the wishes of the testator as outlined in their will. Below are a few things that you should know as an executor. 1. You Do Not Have To Be The Executor Your personal circumstances could compel you to relinquish your role as the executor. For example, it could be you are sick, incapacitated or out of the country.
27 May 2021
When buying property, one of your conveyancer's primary responsibilities is to negotiate the terms of the contract of sale. Below is an article discussing what your conveyancer will look out for when assessing and negotiating the contract of sale. Cooling-Off Period and Closing Date The cooling-off period allows you to terminate the contract of sale without incurring any penalties. Typically, it lasts a few days after you sign the contract of sale.
29 March 2021
The negative effects of a personal injury can be quite significant. In general, there will be medical costs incurred for injury treatment, and the affected person might require rehabilitation in case of serious accidents. Also, the injured person might not be able to handle their professional responsibilities, and this could translate into the loss of wages. In addition, there might be lasting repercussions on one's personal life. Therefore, if you have been involved in an accident, you should file a compensation claim.
27 November 2020
Family life can get messy sometimes. In an ideal world, everyone would live in peace and harmony throughout their lives, but sadly, this doesn't always happen. While many disagreements can be sorted out with some discussion and perhaps an apology, there will often be situations when more professional help is needed, and that is where family lawyers can offer you the help you need. What can family lawyers do? Situations where you could benefit from speaking to family lawyers include arranging a divorce or when you are considering the adoption or legal custody of a child.
24 June 2020
So you're embroiled in a family law issue and you know that your best chance for receiving the best possible outcome is to hire an experienced family law attorney. However, you're faced with the conundrum of finding the best lawyer for your case because there are many of them practising in your area. If it's any consolation, you're not alone – many people struggle to choose a family lawyer, especially when they are caught up in a highly contentious family law matter.
27 October 2019
The decision to divorce has an emotional and psychological impact on the partners involved. Despite the difficulty of the situation, it is advisable to retain the services of a family lawyer throughout the divorce process because you still have to take care of property settlement. According to Australian laws, married couples that have decided on divorce have up to one year following the divorce to apply for property settlement. It is a short time; therefore, it is essential that you seek the services of a family lawyer to get you through property settlement claims.
4 February 2019