Commercial property: why is it important to conduct due diligence on leases and tenants
Many investors purchase retail and commercial properties for investment, such as retail shops, warehouses, shopping centres and childcare centres. The value of these properties largely depends on whether they are tenanted, and the quality of the leases.
Akl v TAC [2024] VCC 242
Recently the County Court examined whether a young adult can be found to be suffering from a “severe” psychiatric injury when, as an 8 year old child, he was exposed to the immediate aftermath of a transport accident in which his older ‘father figure’ brother was killed.
Video: Total and permanent disability (TPD) insurance cover eligibility explained
In this short video, Jacinta Richards explains TPD insurance cover and where it may be applicable to your injury situation.
Major Changes to WorkCover entitlements
Despite objections and in the face of recommendations published by an independent enquiry, the State Government passed the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment Act 2024 on Wednesday 13 March 2024.
Connelly v TAC – Injury meets the ‘very considerable’ test
The Supreme Court of Victoria Court of Appeal has recently passed down its judgement in the case of Connelly v Transport Accident Commission [2024] VSCA 20.
Video: Making a WorkCover claim – helping you through the process
In this short video, Lisa Paul provides background on the WorkCover claims process and sets out what you may be entitled to claim.
Video: Helping people injured in road accidents – Understanding your rights
In this short video, Danielle Meyer unpacks the TAC claim process and sets out what your possible entitlements are if injured on the road.
Video: Instances of police misconduct – what are your options?
In this short video, Jeremy King discusses how to handle cases of police misconduct to ensure your rights are upheld.
FRCGW tax will increase from 12.5% to 15% with threshold drop from $750k to $0
From 1 January 2025, the Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding (FRCGW) tax rate will increase from 12.5% to 15% and the withholding threshold will be reduced from $750,000 to $0.