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There are steps you can take to get your ex to contribute towards existing bills and loans
January 17, 2020
How do I force my former husband to pay half the Council rates after he has moved out? After a marriage breakdown, it is not necessarily the case that your former husband can be forced to pay half of all household outgoings, such as Council rates notices, after he has relocated - notwithstanding that he […]
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Buying or selling a business need not be daunting
December 4, 2019
When buying or selling a business, how can a lawyer help? Buying or selling a business is complex. It is tempting to get the deal done as quickly as possible but there are many important things to consider and get right, to ensure the best possible outcome. A commercial lawyer can: assist with the preparation […]
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SA child protection initiatives aim to improve outcomes for Aboriginal children in care
November 15, 2019
Back in August this year the Department for Child Protection (DCP) announced it would aim to double its Aboriginal workforce by 2024 from the current 5 per cent, to help stem the flow of Aboriginal children placed in care as part of a new State Government plan to better respond to the cultural needs of […]
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Starting up an SME? Getting your business documents right will set you up for success
October 30, 2019
Anyone starting their own small to medium enterprise will quickly realise that there are several important legal documents required which, if done properly, will ultimately have a positive impact on the business’ viability and future success. Such documents include: Getting these documents sorted out in the early stages of your start-up will provide a solid […]
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Government has tunnel-vision for North-South corridor
October 22, 2019
The South Australian Government is looking at making changes to existing laws that underpin compulsory acquisitions. Such laws fall under the Highways Act 1926 with the acquisition process governed by the Land Acquisition Act 1969 (SA) (the Act) which, in their current form, allows an Authority such as the State Government to acquire or gain […]
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Signed up to the CBD e-scooter craze? You need to be aware of the physical and financial risks.
October 9, 2019
Electric scooters are a noticeable addition to the streets of Adelaide’s CBD. What happens if a rider or pedestrian sustains an injury as a result of their use? The City of Adelaide has provided two operators, Beam and Ride, with approval to run a trial e-scooter scheme in the city. Riders make use of the […]
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