An option clause is a term in a commercial lease that allows a tenant to renew their lease at the end of the original lease period, if they meet certain conditions. Landlords are not obliged to offer a renewal option. However, it is often in the interests of both... Read More
Unfortunately, disputes between neighbours are some of the most common legal disputes in Australia. Often these disputes arise because of shared fences, overhanging trees, and property boundaries. This article looks at how to resolve a dispute over a dividing boundary... Read More
A property title establishes ownership rights and interests in a piece of real estate. It serves as proof of ownership and outlines the various rights, restrictions, and responsibilities associated with the property. A property title typically includes vital... Read More
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a national, electronic register of security interests in personal property that was established on 30 January 2012. What does the PPSR cover? The easiest way to understand what is covered is to dissect the name... Read More
Much damage can be done to a business where an executive or senior manager resigns taking valuable customer information and confidential information. Restraint of trade clauses, or post-employment restraints, play a crucial role in protecting the legitimate interests... Read More
When renting business related property it is important for both landlords and tenants to understand the relationship they are entering into and the rights and obligations that they each have, the document that governs this relationship is usually a Commercial Lease. A... Read More
