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Do You Need a Lawyer to Write a Contract?
Many Business Disputes Start With a Bad Contract Contracts are part of everyday business — supplier agreements, partnerships, construction contracts, leases, service terms. Yet many disputes Cohen Legal sees across Townsville, Mt Isa and North Queensland trace back to...
Community Titles in Queensland: Managing Strata Disputes
What Is a Community Titles Scheme in Queensland? In Queensland, many people live or invest in properties that form part of a community titles scheme (CTS). These schemes — often called strata titles — apply to apartments, duplexes, townhouses, or mixed-use...
Strata Disputes and Responsibility for Damage in Queensland
Understanding Damage and Responsibility in Strata Schemes Strata living brings people together under one roof — literally. But when something goes wrong, figuring out who’s responsible for repairs can quickly become confusing. In Queensland, damage within a strata...
Disputes Over Views and Privacy in Queensland Properties
When Your View Changes Overnight For many Townsville homeowners, a good view or sense of privacy is part of what makes their property special. So when a neighbour’s renovation, new two-storey home, or high fence suddenly blocks that outlook, it’s understandable to...
Retaining Wall Disputes in Queensland: When Property Conflicts Turn Legal
Understanding Retaining Walls in Queensland Retaining walls are more than just garden features — they’re engineered structures built to hold back soil and stabilise land. In North Queensland, where heavy rain and sloping blocks are common, they’re essential for...
Commercial Building & Construction: Why Pre‑Contract Review Is a Must
When building contract disputes arise, the fallout can be costly, time-consuming, and damaging to reputations. That’s why a thorough pre‑contract review is essential—especially in Queensland, where specific legislation governs construction agreements and complicates...