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Property managing agent liability and landlords
Law

Property managing agent liability and landlords

Brief overview of the responsibility of a property manager Most landlords in Victoria, and throughout Australia more broadly, use a managing…

Defamatory Google Reviews: Part 2

Defamatory Google Reviews: Part 2

Defamatory Google Review: Part 2 As we explored in Defamation & Google reviews: Part 1, positive Google reviews are important to…

From Notice to Court: Defamation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC

From Notice to Court: Defamation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC

If your reputation is under attack, you need clear guidance and strong legal support. At Allen Law in Melbourne, VIC, our…

Visa Cancellation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC: Act Fast

Visa Cancellation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC: Act Fast

If you have received a visa cancellation notice, time is against you. At Allen Law, our visa cancellation lawyers in Melbourne,…

A guide to fencing disputes in Victoria
Law

A guide to fencing disputes in Victoria

A root cause of many legal issues, is to do with money. In the case of dividing fences between adjoining land…

Is a cartoon picture of Jabba the Hutt defamatory?

Is a cartoon picture of Jabba the Hutt defamatory?

Can a cartoon or a picture be defamatory? Can a cartoon character depicting Jabba the Hutt from Star Wars give rise…

Misleading & Deceptive Conduct
Law

Misleading & Deceptive Conduct

Misleading or Deceptive Conduct under Section 18 of the Australian Consumer Law Introduction In the world of commerce, trust is the…

Statutory Demands: A Guide
Law

Statutory Demands: A Guide

A Guide to Statutory Demands for both Creditors & Debtors in Australia A statutory demand is a formal, written notice issued…

Can I refuse to be an Executor of a Will?

Can I refuse to be an Executor of a Will?

Can I refuse to be an executor under a will? Being named as the executor of a loved one’s Will can…

General protection claims

General protection claims

General Protections Claims under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth): What You Need to Know The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)…

A Victorian Guide to Residential Tenancy Law & Disputes
Law

A Victorian Guide to Residential Tenancy Law & Disputes

A Guide to Residential Tenancy Law & Disputes in Victoria In Victoria, residential tenancy disputes are common occurrences between landlords and…

An Introduction to the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal
Law

An Introduction to the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal

A Comprehensive Guide to VCAT – Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Introduction The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, more commonly known…

A Guide to Default Judgments
Law

A Guide to Default Judgments

In litigation, time is critical. As is frequently the case, the failure to obtain proper legal advice after receiving a court…

The Importance of a Will: Insights from a Wills & Estates Lawyer

The Importance of a Will: Insights from a Wills & Estates Lawyer

The Importance of a Will: Insights from a Wills & Estates Lawyer When life is busy with work, family, and personal…

Unfair Dismissal: Australian Employment Law

Unfair Dismissal: Australian Employment Law

Unfair Dismissal in Australia: Rights & Obligations Under the Fair Work Act 2009 Losing your job can be distressing, especially if…

Visa Cancellations in Australia

Visa Cancellations in Australia

Australian Visa Cancellations: Understanding Sections 116 and 501 of the Migration Act Visa cancellations are among the most serious actions the…

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia As previously discussed in our article What is Defamation?, a plaintiff commencing a defamation claim in…

Serious Harm & Defamation Law in Australia

Serious Harm & Defamation Law in Australia

Defamation & Serious Harm In the world of defamation law, one of the most significant recent developments in Victoria and other…

Concerns Notices in Australian Defamation Law: What You Need to Know

Concerns Notices in Australian Defamation Law: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been defamed in Australia, in most jurisdictions, your first step is not heading straight to court—but issuing a Concerns…

Defamation and Offensive Language: Does Vulgar Abuse Count?

Defamation and Offensive Language: Does Vulgar Abuse Count?

Can calling someone an idiot, moron, or worse amount to defamation in Australia? With the rise of social media, this question…

Understanding Limitation Periods in Defamation Claims

Understanding Limitation Periods in Defamation Claims

If you believe your reputation has been damaged by defamatory material—whether in print, online, broadcast, or spoken form—it’s essential to act…

Defamatory Google reviews

Defamatory Google reviews

Defamatory Google Reviews Online reviews can make or break a business. But what happens when a customer leaves a scathing review…

What Is Defamation?

What Is Defamation?

Pre-Publication Legal Advice If you’re a journalist, business, influencer, or publisher preparing to release sensitive content, it’s wise to get legal…

What Is “Matter” in Australian Defamation Law?

What Is “Matter” in Australian Defamation Law?

When reading about defamation law in Australia, the word “matter” comes up frequently. But what does it actually mean? At Allen…

An Introduction To Letters of Demand
Law

An Introduction To Letters of Demand

A letter of demand is a formal written request – usually for the payment of a specific amount of money. But…

Defamatory Google Reviews: Part 2

Defamatory Google Reviews: Part 2

Defamatory Google Review: Part 2 As we explored in Defamation & Google reviews: Part 1, positive Google reviews are important to…

From Notice to Court: Defamation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC

From Notice to Court: Defamation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC

If your reputation is under attack, you need clear guidance and strong legal support. At Allen Law in Melbourne, VIC, our…

Is a cartoon picture of Jabba the Hutt defamatory?

Is a cartoon picture of Jabba the Hutt defamatory?

Can a cartoon or a picture be defamatory? Can a cartoon character depicting Jabba the Hutt from Star Wars give rise…

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia As previously discussed in our article What is Defamation?, a plaintiff commencing a defamation claim in…

Serious Harm & Defamation Law in Australia

Serious Harm & Defamation Law in Australia

Defamation & Serious Harm In the world of defamation law, one of the most significant recent developments in Victoria and other…

Concerns Notices in Australian Defamation Law: What You Need to Know

Concerns Notices in Australian Defamation Law: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been defamed in Australia, in most jurisdictions, your first step is not heading straight to court—but issuing a Concerns…

Defamation and Offensive Language: Does Vulgar Abuse Count?

Defamation and Offensive Language: Does Vulgar Abuse Count?

Can calling someone an idiot, moron, or worse amount to defamation in Australia? With the rise of social media, this question…

Understanding Limitation Periods in Defamation Claims

Understanding Limitation Periods in Defamation Claims

If you believe your reputation has been damaged by defamatory material—whether in print, online, broadcast, or spoken form—it’s essential to act…

Defamatory Google reviews

Defamatory Google reviews

Defamatory Google Reviews Online reviews can make or break a business. But what happens when a customer leaves a scathing review…

Property managing agent liability and landlords
Law

Property managing agent liability and landlords

Brief overview of the responsibility of a property manager Most landlords in Victoria, and throughout Australia more broadly, use a managing…

A guide to fencing disputes in Victoria
Law

A guide to fencing disputes in Victoria

A root cause of many legal issues, is to do with money. In the case of dividing fences between adjoining land…

Misleading & Deceptive Conduct
Law

Misleading & Deceptive Conduct

Misleading or Deceptive Conduct under Section 18 of the Australian Consumer Law Introduction In the world of commerce, trust is the…

Statutory Demands: A Guide
Law

Statutory Demands: A Guide

A Guide to Statutory Demands for both Creditors & Debtors in Australia A statutory demand is a formal, written notice issued…

A Victorian Guide to Residential Tenancy Law & Disputes
Law

A Victorian Guide to Residential Tenancy Law & Disputes

A Guide to Residential Tenancy Law & Disputes in Victoria In Victoria, residential tenancy disputes are common occurrences between landlords and…

An Introduction to the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal
Law

An Introduction to the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal

A Comprehensive Guide to VCAT – Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Introduction The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, more commonly known…

A Guide to Default Judgments
Law

A Guide to Default Judgments

In litigation, time is critical. As is frequently the case, the failure to obtain proper legal advice after receiving a court…

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia

Publication & Defamation Law in Australia As previously discussed in our article What is Defamation?, a plaintiff commencing a defamation claim in…

Serious Harm & Defamation Law in Australia

Serious Harm & Defamation Law in Australia

Defamation & Serious Harm In the world of defamation law, one of the most significant recent developments in Victoria and other…

General protection claims

General protection claims

General Protections Claims under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth): What You Need to Know The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)…

Unfair Dismissal: Australian Employment Law

Unfair Dismissal: Australian Employment Law

Unfair Dismissal in Australia: Rights & Obligations Under the Fair Work Act 2009 Losing your job can be distressing, especially if…

Can I refuse to be an Executor of a Will?

Can I refuse to be an Executor of a Will?

Can I refuse to be an executor under a will? Being named as the executor of a loved one’s Will can…

The Importance of a Will: Insights from a Wills & Estates Lawyer

The Importance of a Will: Insights from a Wills & Estates Lawyer

The Importance of a Will: Insights from a Wills & Estates Lawyer When life is busy with work, family, and personal…

Visa Cancellation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC: Act Fast

Visa Cancellation Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC: Act Fast

If you have received a visa cancellation notice, time is against you. At Allen Law, our visa cancellation lawyers in Melbourne,…

Visa Cancellations in Australia

Visa Cancellations in Australia

Australian Visa Cancellations: Understanding Sections 116 and 501 of the Migration Act Visa cancellations are among the most serious actions the…