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Your Debt Recovery Questions Answered
Businesses often struggle with overdue payments, but the new financial year presents an opportunity to strengthen debt recovery practices. Roland Müller, an accredited specialist in commercial litigation, addresses critical questions about preventing bad debts and recovering outstanding payments effectively. From identifying early warning signs of financial distress to understanding when legal action becomes necessary, these insights help businesses protect their cashflow and maintain healthy commercia
Australia Litigation
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PCL Lawyers
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How To Defend A Possession Claim In Queensland
A possession claim is a court proceeding brought by a lender seeking possession of mortgaged property after a borrower defaults on their loan obligations. In Queensland, possession proceedings are governed by a combination of the mortgage contract, the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules 1999 (Qld), the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld), and, for regulated consumer loans, the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 (Cth) and National Credit Code.
Australia Finance
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Stonegate Legal
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Why Pleading Guilty Early Can Cut A Criminal Sentence — And Why Timing Matters
New South Wales courts offer sentencing reductions for early guilty pleas through the "utilitarian value" discount, but the rules governing these reductions are surprisingly complex and far from automatic. How much can timing affect a criminal sentence, and what factors determine whether an offender receives the maximum 25% discount or something far less?
Australia Criminal
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Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia
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