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For property buyers on the Fraser Coast, there has been recent directions given by Council regarding considerations about vehicle crossovers. What is a Vehicle Crossover? A vehicle crossover is the section of your driveway that runs from the kerb/road to the property boundary. Do I require Council approval to construct a new Vehicle Crossover? To … Important Information about Driveway Regulations Read More »
Workers in Queensland are covered by a statutory insurance scheme that assists when a worker is injured and in this article, we provide some information on how this scheme may be accessed. What is WorkCover? WorkCover is a Queensland scheme created to protect workers by providing benefits for workers who sustain an injury in their … Eligibility for WorkCover in Queensland Read More »
On the 9th. 10th, and 11th of September 2022, our team at Lewis & McNamara attended at the Brisbane Home Show. This was a great event where we were able to communicate with people the importance of having their estate plans in order and be there to answer questions they had regarding property, and more. … Out & About – The Brisbane Home Show September 2022 Read More »
On 5 August 2022, our team at Lewis & McNamara attended at the RACQ LifeFlight Fraser Coast Charity lawn bowls day in Hervey Bay. It was a great day supporting a fundraising event for RACQ LifeFlight and involved games of bowls, a delicious lunch and a special RACQ LifeFlight Rescue hat. The event helped raise … Out & About – RACQ LifeFlight Fraser Coast Lawn Bowls Day 2022 Read More »
When purchasing property where there is more than one buyer the ownership of the property can be held two different ways, as a joint tenancy or tenants in common. Joint tenancy A joint tenancy is where the parties own the property in equal shares jointly. The effect of a joint tenancy ownership is that in … Property ownership – joint tenants or tenants in common? Read More »
Separation is hard but sorting out parenting arrangements can often be harder. Both parents will have their own views as to what is in the best interests of the children and will have their own vision as to what they see their future being post separation. Often the first real opportunity that separated parties will … Working through Parenting Arrangements Read More »
On 21 July 2022, Chloe and Ashleigh of our office represented Lewis & McNamara at the Hervey Bay High School Careers Expo. This was our second time attending at the expo which was a great opportunity to network with other industries and provide information to students looking to pursue a career in the legal industry. … Out & About – Hervey Bay High School Careers Expo Read More »
Revoking earlier wills – Your will needs to revoke any previous Wills. Dealing with your assets – Your will needs to reflect your testamentary wishes and deal with all of your assets. Estates vary in their size and their complexity and can consist of personal items, vehicles, boats, residential properties, commercial properties, trusts, companies, businesses, … 7 Keys to an Effective Will Read More »
