Urgent Removal of Caveat

Urgent Removal of Caveat

We recently acted for a client who required the urgent removal of a caveat lodged on his property as the settlement date was fast approaching. Background A female placed a caveat over our clients property claiming that she had formerly been in a de facto relationship...
Building Contracts — Is your build Legal?

Building Contracts — Is your build Legal?

A matter recently handled by our firm came about after our clients were issued with a Show Cause Notice by the GCCC asking them why the Council should not issue a rectification notice concerning their newly constructed investment property that was a ‘duplex’, in...
So, the Highest Bidder at my Auction won’t sign the Contract?

So, the Highest Bidder at my Auction won’t sign the Contract?

We recently had cause to look at an interesting matter for a client whereby they were auctioning their home and the highest bidder ‘reneged’ on his bid and refused to sign the Contract. So, what are your options if this happens? Generally, when an auction takes place...
Racing, construction identity faces claims of $15m tax dodge

Racing, construction identity faces claims of $15m tax dodge

One of Queensland’s prominent racing and construction identities is defending allegations from companies associated with his sister that he deliberately shortchanged the Tax Office almost $15 million by setting up labour hire firms to take the fall. Helga Bennett is a...