Szabo & Associates News & Updates

Disputes with neighbours over trees with overhanging branches or where there is the potential for property damage are not uncommon but best settled amicably if possible. If the problem persists, speaking with a solicitor about your rights and potential ways of resolving the matter is likely to be the way forward.

Noise is possibly the most common source of contention between neighbours. Top of the list, more often than not, are barking dogs, intruder alarms and noise from vehicles.

While married and de facto relationships have largely equal standing before the law, there are differences that can prove important. The main difference from a legal perspective is a de facto relationship has to prove the relationship exists beyond producing a marriage certificate.  

The law in Australia recognises the benefit of children having a meaningful relationship with both parents, and normally the aim is to allow children to see both parents. Generally speaking, an ex-partner cannot deny their former partner access to their children unless there are concerns over the safety of the children, and it would not be in the children’s best interests.

Will disputes often arise over when and how a deceased's estate is to be divided. Below we explore some of the types of disputes that arise and how they might be resolved.