Wednesday 27 July 2022

Brisbane Best Family Lawyers Near Me - Aylward Game Solicitors

Finding the right family lawyer can be a daunting task, but it’s important to find someone who you can trust to help you through your family law matter. At Aylward Game Solicitors Family Lawyers Brisbane Team, we understand that every family is different, and we tailor our services to meet your individual needs. Aylward Game Solicitors are committed to providing you with the best possible outcome, and we’ll work tirelessly to achieve that goal. Call us today at 1800 217 217 (http://tel%20:1800%20217%20217/) to schedule a consultation.

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Why Hiring an Expert Brisbane Family Lawyer is Important When You’re Going Through a Divorce or facing family law issues.There are a number of reasons why it is important to hire a lawyer in Brisbane. The first is that they will be able to help you with any legal issues that you may be experiencing. This can be anything from family law to divorce or even estate planning.Secondly, finding an Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer with ensuring you’re represented by an expert on the law; they know what the best course of action is for your specific situation. They generally also have access to all different types of resources and information (or people) which will help them make better advice for your case.

A Few Reasons why You Need a Brisbane Family Lawyer on Your Side

There are many reasons why you need a lawyer to guide you through the legal process. The first is that they can provide you with advice on what to do in order to protect your rights. They will also be able to guide you on what documents should be signed and which ones should be avoided.

Some people may not know where they can find a lawyer and this is where online directories come into the picture. These directories help people find lawyers in their area and list the services they offer, as well as their prices.

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Friday 22 July 2022

Are You Affected By A Retaining Wall Dispute?

This article aims to briefly discuss the challenges facing residential neighbours when a dispute between two neighbours in relation to a retaining wall arises. Generally, an attempt is made here to simulate the subject with recommendations as to how you may resolve the dispute with your neighbor.

Retaining wall in a nutshell

Retaining walls is not defined in the Neighbourhood Disputes (Dividing Fences and Trees) Act 2011 (Qld) (NDA). Instead, the phrase is defined in the Macquarie dictionary to mean a wall built to hold back a mass of earth, for example. Generally, retaining walls involve engineering specifications prior to construction. The tribunals have said, that, unlike fences, it is not usually possible to make both adjoining owners liable for the cost of maintaining, repairing or replacing a retaining wall. This is because usually, a retaining wall is of greater benefit to one of the adjoining owners. For clarity, the retaining wall is not a fence for the purposes of the NDA.

What are the common challenges arising from a retaining wall dispute?

Usually, the dispute surrounding a retaining wall becomes more complex, where the retaining wall is on the common boundary of the adjoining owners’ properties. That is to say, the retaining wall holds back to earth on one of the owner’s property more than the other. The issue becomes further complex whereas one neighbour refuses to repair their portion of the retaining wall which also stands as a dividing fence between the adjoining owners.

Will a tribunal make an order about a retaining wall dispute?

Generally speaking, section 35 of the NDA provides the tribunal jurisdiction to make orders about fencing work. That section is said to be an ancillary power which would enable the tribunal to make orders about retaining walls as an adjunct to an order about fencing work, but not otherwise. More specifically, section 35(1) (f) of the NDA permits a tribunal such as QCAT to decide and order any other work to be carried out that is necessary to carry out the fencing work including a work for a retaining wall.

Do I have any other option other than going to the tribunal?

Sometimes, not always, it may be open to you to consider reaching out to your neighbor in order to resolve your retaining wall dispute amicably. We highly recommend that you seek qualified legal advice in relation to how you may want to conduct a negotiation with your neighbour. This is to avoid compromising your case/rights and to protect your best interest. It is also prudent to do some research prior to discussing the matter with your neighbour. This includes but is not limited to, reviewing the approvals for the development of the retaining wall and to find out the relevant information in relation to the boundary identification of your and your neighbour’s properties.

What if my negotiation with my neighbour fails and I don’t want to go to tribunal either?

There is a free dispute resolution conference that you and your neighbour may avail without the need to have lawyers involved. This will involve a third-party mediator. However, we strongly recommend that prior to going to the conference you seek qualified legal advice so you are fully prepared and informed.

For advice or assistance with all property, commercial and residential matters, contact the Property and Litigation Law Team at Aylward Game Solicitors today on 1800 217 217

Article Source: Retaining Wall Dispute

Wednesday 13 July 2022

Covid-19 Arrival And Departure New Update For Travelers To And From Australia

This article aims for update international Travelers to and from Australia on the newly approved policy on COVID-19 vaccination status.

What is new about the COVID-19 vaccination?

Effective 12.01am 6 July 2022, the Government of Australia will no longer require people traveling to and from Australia to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status.

What part of the law has been amended?

On the advice of the Australian Chief Medical Officer, the Government has now amended the relevant provision of the Biosecurity Act 2015 which required that all arrivals to and from Australia to declare their vaccination status.

What are the other important rules the travelers should be mindful of?

Despite the above, all travelers will still be required to comply with any remaining COVID-19 requirements of airlines and shipping operators, as well as other countries and states, and territories. Currently, state and territory orders require all the travelers to wear masks on inbound international flights as well as domestic flights.

Will there be any more changes to the above remaining requirements?

It is hard to say at the moment as the Government will act on the medical advice of the Chief Medical Officer, as and when needed. Therefore, we suggest to you to stay tuned and contact us if you need any legal advice.

For more information, please visit https://www.health.gov.au/ministers/the-hon-mark-butler-mp/media/changes-to-requirements-for-international-arrivals

For advice or assistance with all immigration law matters, contact the Immigration Law Team at Aylward Game Solicitors today on 1800 217 217

Article Source: New Update For Travelers To And From Australia 

Monday 4 July 2022

Subclass 485 Visa Made Easier Must Read Facts

This article aims to briefly highlight a few interesting developments and points for international graduates who graduated from an Australian education or training institution. In short, this article contains some reasonably good news for the graduates (subclass 485 visa).

What is subclass 485 visa anyway?

This is a temporary visa for international students who have recently graduated from an Australian education or training institution. It allows international graduates and members of their family to live, study and work in Australia temporarily.

What is the good news then?

Presently an applicant for this subclass needs to:

  • Nominate an occupation on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List;
  • Have a degree, diploma or trade qualifications closely related to that occupation; and
  • Be assessed by a relevant assessing authority as having skills suitable for that occupation.

However, all new applications lodged during the 2022-2023 financial year will have the above requirements removed.

How the new application process benefits the Australian labour market?

Put simply, the new application process and the removal of the above three requirements from the eligibility criteria to apply for this subclass, allows the labour market to have expanded access to graduates with degrees and trade level qualifications who were previously ineligible for a subclass 485 visa.

How the new application process benefits the international vocational education and training graduates?

In short, it encourages those graduates to stay and work in Australia for a longer period. It will also facilitates this subclass to a broader range of graduates with trade qualifications that are not closely related to occupations on the skilled occupation list.

For advice or assistance with all immigration law matters, contact the Immigration Law Team at Aylward Game Solicitors today on 1800 217 217

Article Source: Student Visa (subclass 485)