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30 Mar 2020

Federal Government Assistance for Individuals During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Federal Government Assistance for Individuals During the COVID-19 Pandemic The Federal Government has announced a number of measures designed to assist individuals through the economic crisis brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many income support recipients who are receiving payments from Centrelink will receive an extra $550 a fortnight for…

25 Mar 2020

By Equilaw

Federal Government Assistance for Businesses

Community, Latest News

Federal Government Assistance for Businesses As your business faces an uncertain environment with the COVID-19 impacts you will likely have questions about the range of Government assistance recently announced and your eligibility to access it. Your business can request deferral of outstanding tax and superannuation guarantee obligations. If you have…

23 Mar 2020

By Equilaw

Equilaw Response to COVID-19 and Our Commitment to You

About Equilaw, Community, Latest News

Equilaw Response To COVID-19 And Our Commitment To You Following the overnight Government announcement that all non-essential services are to close for an indefinite period, we at Equilaw are taking this opportunity to assure you that our office remains open and our team is committed to providing you with the…

02 Mar 2020

By Equilaw

Home Building Warranty Claims – Your Rights

Conveyancing, Property, Renting

Home Building Warranty Claims – Your Rights At Equilaw we have noticed that a significant number of properties built around the Muswellbrook and Scone areas over the last decade are showing significant and worsening structural defects. Even if you were not the original purchaser or builder you may have rights…

21 Feb 2020

By Equilaw

Do I Really Need a Pest and Building Report When Buying a Property?

Conveyancing, Leasing, Property, Renting

Do I really need a Pest and Building Report when buying a property? While there may be no law requiring a Pest and Building Report to be carried out on a property you are purchasing, there are several very good reasons why you should engage a professional to inspect the…

21 Feb 2020

By Equilaw

How To Get In The Property Market Soon

Community, Property, Renting

How To Get In The Property Market Soon The First Home Loan Deposit Scheme has been introduced by the Government to help First Home Buyers get into the property market sooner. Instead of spending years trying to save a 20% deposit, the Government can guarantee you 15% of the deposit…

19 Feb 2020

By Equilaw

What You Need To Know About Search Warrants

Criminal Law, Privacy

What You Need To Know About Search Warrants Search warrants, you’ve heard of them, but does your knowledge extend beyond an episode of your favourite crime drama? While the law does vary between different jurisdiction there are some important points you should keep in mind. A consultation with one of…

03 Feb 2020

By Equilaw

The Department of Family and Community Services and YOU

Community, Family Law

The Department of Family and Community Services and YOU Whilst people are generally familiar with the Family Law system as it relates to children there is significantly less public awareness of how the Children’s Court care and protection jurisdiction operates. It can be particularly confronting when as a separated parent,…

05 Dec 2019

By Equilaw

Mobile Phone Detection Cameras : WARNING!

Community, Traffic Offence

Mobile Phone Detection Cameras : WARNING! Mobile phone detection cameras went live on NSW roads on 1 December 2019. These detection cameras will be both fixed and mobile. Unlike speed cameras there will be no warning signs to give drivers a heads up. Penalties are severe. Drivers will accrue 5 demerit…

28 Nov 2019

By Equilaw

Your Children and Family Law

Divorce, Family Law, Separation

Your Children and Family Law Clients often ask us what the most likely result will be as they enter into post separation parenting negotiations and/or Court action. It is our experience, and reflected industry wide, that about two-thirds of cases dealing with the care of children aged 14 years and…