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Welcome to the monthly legal newsletter of Craddock Murray Neumann Lawyers of Sydney. Our newsletter is published the first week of every month & contains regular sections on Business, Family, Immigration & Property law. You can also read past editions by selecting the month in the selection box on the right. In this months newsletter.... May 2013 Family violence protection orders: Who can apply? And what behaviours may be subject to an order? Instances of family or domestic violence can leave victims feeling powerless, however, all jurisdictions in Australia recognise the unique nature of domestic violence and have instigated a number of laws and orders to protect spouses, children, relatives, and household members from violence at home. Can a pet be a beneficiary? The bond between a pet and an owner can sometimes be so strong, that some people have actually named their pets as beneficiaries after their passing. Many of us have probably read or heard stories someone leaving instructions in their will for the maintenance of their pets, and some of us may have even guffawed at such a practice. However, the fact remains, that many people are rather quite attached to the pets and animals that they own, and there may even be a few readers who are wondering if gifts for maintenance can be made to their own animals. Does Australian law actually allow an animal to become a beneficiary? Business partnerships and third party liabilities Many Australian commercial entities are partnerships and often have to deal with third parties and outside entities in the course of business. Due to the nature of the partnership relationship, when an issue of liability arises, the actions of one partner may affect the other, and it’s important to be mindful of some of the liabilities that may occur in relation to outside parties that can potentially affect all persons involved in a partnership. Shared housing: Am I a boarder, lodger, sub-tenant, or co-tenant? It’s challenging enough for anyone to share a rental property with a stranger without also having to consider the legal ramifications of living in a shared household. However with that being said, having an understanding of the type of tenant you are is essential due to the fact that if a problem does arise with your housemate, the rights and remedies available will be dependent on whether you are a boarder, lodger, sub-tenant or co-tenant. Tweet		Search Book An Appointment Make an Enquiry A member of our legal team will contact you as soon as possible * * * Brief description of enquiry: Type the characters below: * Refresh Image Display Newsletter Edition

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May 2013