Litigation FAQs   Q: How long does a proceeding take? The duration depends on which court or tribunal the case is heard in: Magistrates’ Court (MCV): approximately 6–9 months County Court (CCV): usually 9–12 months Supreme Court (SCV): around 9–12 months VCAT (goods & services or residential tenancy): approximately 3 months VCAT (retail or building...Read More

Employment FAQs   Q: What is unfair dismissal? A dismissal is considered unfair if it is: Harsh, unjust, or unreasonable; Inconsistent with the Small Business Fair Dismissal Code (if applicable); and Not a genuine redundancy. Q: My employer says my dismissal was a redundancy, but that’s not true. Can I take legal action? Redundancy is...Read More

Construction FAQs   Q: What should I look out for when reviewing a building contract? When reviewing a building contract, you should: Look for anything that appears abnormal or inconsistent. Check that the builder is properly registered. Review the number and content of any special conditions. Ensure the schedule is properly completed. Insert a reasonable...Read More