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Managing Employees when Purchasing a New Business

An important consideration when purchasing a business is whether to continue to employ the business’ existing staff. There may be many benefits to the new owner of a business by…
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Equal or Equitable?

In April 2019, the Australian Law Reform Commission released its final report: “Family Law for the Future”.   Recommendation 12 is that the Family Law Act should be amended to include…
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The Onus of Proof and Traps in Evidence

The NSW Court of Appeal recently considered the issue of who was responsible for a motor collision.  On the particular facts, that rested entirely on which of the two drivers…
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Tax implications of family law property division - part 3

We are continuing on with our look at the tax implications of property division.  So far we have looked at capital gains tax and stamp duty. Today I am looking at income tax…
Disputes, Claims & Litigation
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Vadasz v Charas Constructions Pty Ltd

[2019] NSWCATD 59 Homeowners bringing a claim in relation to defective residential building work have the onus of proving:- The work or service was unsatisfactory (“Breach”);The steps necessary to remedy…
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Personal Injury Claims and “Obvious Risks

Since the introduction of the Civil Liability Act in NSW and in 2002, there have been defences to claims for personal injury on grounds that the injured person was participating in a dangerous…
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Overseas “friends”

Please be very careful if approaches are made to you to pay money to people you have not met from overseas. There has been publicity about people losing their money…
Separation, Family & Relationships
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Protecting your Pooch in Public

With summer now upon us, it’s the perfect time to get out and about with our furry friends. Before you and your precious pooch hit the streets, there are a…
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Valid Notice of Breach

The recent case of Dee Vine Group Pty Ltd v Palais Reception Centre Pty Ltd [2019] NSWSC 1462 has provided useful judicial guidance as to the requirements of a valid Notice of Breach…
Mullane Lindsay Podcast
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How can grandparents support their children, “the parents” through a separation

In this podcast Ashleigh John, Director discusses how grandparents can support their children, “the parents” when there is a separation. Ashleigh: “Hi, I’m Ashleigh John. I’m a director in the Family Relationships Law Team at Mullane Lindsay Solicitors and today I’m going to speaking to you about grandparents and family law.” Lorraine: “How can

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Common Misconceptions of Family Law

In the following podcast Special Counsel, Catherine William discusses the common misconceptions of family law. Catherine: “Hi, my name is Catherine Williams. I’m an accredited specialist in Family Law and I work for Mullane Lindsay Solicitors in Newcastle.” Lorraine: “Catherine, is marriage more important than a

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To sell or not to sell, that is the question

In this podcast Special Counsel, David Collins discusses the pitfalls of co-ownership of a property and the need of one party wanting to sell said property. Lorraine: “Good morning, David, you’re a part of the Litigation team at Mullane Lindsay Solicitors.” David: “Good morning, thank you for inviting me. Yes, I’m in the litigation

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Commonly used terminology when buying or selling properties &cooling off explanation

In the following podcast Conveyancer, Michele Rumph explains some commonly used terminology when buying or selling property. As well as explanation of what is meant by the term “Cooling off”. Lorraine: “Good morning and welcome to Michele Rumph, licensed conveyancer with Mullane Lindsay. Commonly used terminology when buying and selling properties and cooling off

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Strata and Community Title

Michael McGrath, Practice Group Leader discusses what Strata and Community titles are. He also explains some of the rules and regulations that can come along with such titles. Chris: “Today, we have Michael McGrath, who’s a qualified solicitor with Mullane Lindsay and also the Practice Group Leader in Property and Leasing. Good morning Michael,

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Mutual Wills- Surviving your second spouse

Cavelle Lindsay, Practice Group Leader of Wills and Estates explains mutual wills and how they may affect an individual or couple. Anne: “Welcome, today I’m in the studio with Cavelle Lindsay from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Cavelle, thank you for joining me today. Our topic for discussion today is mutual

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What is Mediation?

Rose Laffan explains what mediation is and the benefits of mediation. Lorraine: “Today, I’m in the studio with Rose Laffan from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Rose and welcome.” Rose: “Hi, thanks for having me.” Lorraine: “Today, we’re asking, what is mediation? I’ve been hearing lots about mediation, what does it mean to go

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Getting your Business Ready for Sale

In this podcast Solicitor, Lachlan Page discusses the steps to take in preparing your business for sale. Anne: “Welcome, today I’m talking to Lachlan Page from Mullane Lindsay, Newcastle. Hi Lachlan, thank you for taking my call today.” Lachlan: “Hi Annie, great to be here.” Anne: “Our topic of discussion today

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Superannuation and Wills

In this podcast, Consultant, Felicity Wardhaugh discusses, superannuation and wills. With particular reference to estate planning. Lorraine: “This morning we have Felicity Wardhugh from Mullane Lindsay. She’ll be speaking to us about superannuation and Wills. Good morning, Felicity and welcome.” Felicity: “Good morning, how are you today?” Lorraine: “Very well. Now, Felicity, if I’m

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Life Estates and Rights of Resident

In this podcast Consultant, Robert Lindsay discusses what a life estate is and why they are created as well as what right of residency means. Annie: “Welcome, today I’m in the studio with Robert Lindsay from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Robert and welcome to the studio, thanks for joining me”

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How Does the Family Law Act Deal with Pets After Separation?

In this podcast, Solicitor Alexander Gee discusses pets in regard to a separation and how this is handled by the Family Law Act. Annie: “Welcome, today I’m talking with Alexander Gee from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Alexander, thank you for taking my call today.” Alexander: “Hi, Annie. Thanks, it’s good

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What are the Legal options if your Business is Owed Money?

In this podcast Director, Kristy Nunn discusses the legal options that you have if your business is owed money. As well as the steps that you should take prior to seeking legal advice. Annie: “Welcome, today I’m talking with Kristy Nunn from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Kristy, thank you for

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