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Why Default Interest Clauses Attract Judicial Scrutiny Default interest clauses sit at the intersection of orthodox contract enforcement and the long-standing judicial concern to prevent
Terminating a Commercial Lease Terminating a commercial lease for breach is one of the most consequential steps a landlord or tenant can take. It ends
Building Contract Reviews in Queensland Building contract reviews are not about rewriting the deal or slowing down the project. They are about identifying legal and
Australian law begins from a firmly established premise: each company within a corporate group is a separate legal entity, and creditors of a subsidiary cannot,
Novation of Contract in Australia Novation of contract is a well-established but frequently misunderstood mechanism in Australian contract law. It is commonly encountered in commercial
What Does “Contract Repudiation” Really Mean? Contract repudiation is a foundational concept in Australian contract law, but it is also one of the most frequently
The Function and Purpose of Pleadings and Particulars The function and purpose of pleadings under the UCPR is settled, strict, and foundational to the integrity
Striking out Pleadings and Particulars Striking out pleadings and particulars is a procedural mechanism under the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 1999 (Qld) (“UCPR”) that enables
If your dispute concerns statements connected with court proceedings or another potentially protected process, obtain defamation advice from our Brisbane lawyers. We can assess the
Where allegations associated with a domestic violence dispute have also circulated to employers, community members or online audiences, each communication needs separate assessment. Seek confidential
On 14 October 2025, the Queensland Government introduced the Defamation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 to modernise the State’s 2005 Act and align it
Offsetting Claim – Setting Aside Statutory Demands A creditor’s statutory demand is one of the most powerful tools available under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
When damaging statements affect a business and the people behind it, identifying the appropriate claimant and cause of action is essential. Obtain Brisbane advice on
Innuendo in Defamation Innuendo in defamation refers to a defamatory meaning that goes beyond the literal interpretation of the words published. This usually arises where
Planning to publish a serious accusation? Our Brisbane lawyers providing pre-publication defamation advice can review the complete draft and supporting documents, identify potential risks and
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