by aslaumbe | Jun 5, 2026 | Articles, Litigation Articles
Disputes can often arise between neighbours concerning a dividing fence which under the Dividing Fences Act 1991 is defined to include a structure or barrier along a boundary between adjoining properties. Usually, the dispute is over whether or not to erect something...
by aslaumbe | Jun 5, 2026 | Articles, Commercial Agreement & Dispute Articles, Debt Recovery Articles, Litigation Articles
Recently, a pizza shop operator came to see me about a large debt that his former electricity and gas provider was pursuing and the matter had already been in Court! He didn’t understand what it was all about and wanted it explained to him and dealt with. All he...
by aslaumbe | May 4, 2026 | Articles, Debt Recovery Articles, Litigation Articles
It is not an uncommon event that, due to certain pressing circumstances, a person will be asked to lend money (sometimes a large amount!) to a friend or relative in need. And whilst it is advisable to document the loan in writing for the protection of the lender, due...
by aslaumbe | Aug 14, 2025 | Articles, Litigation Articles
Sometimes, a neighbour’s overhanging tree or spreading vine might be causing you problems, posing a risk of damage or injury or an overgrown hedge might be reducing light or a view. What can be done if the matter cannot first be resolved amicably with your...
by aslaumbe | Sep 9, 2024 | Articles, Litigation Articles
Sometimes, when considering whether to proceed with a claim against another party, there may be a few obstacles in the way. You may not know the exact identity of the other party or where that party is located. Or the other party may be in possession of documents that...
by aslaumbe | Sep 9, 2024 | Articles, Litigation Articles
The recent CrowdStrike outage had a devastating effect on businesses around Australia with many forced to stop operations for a day or longer resulting in massive economic losses. The question becomes who can be held responsible and what compensation can be payable....
