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Cheque dishonour — organising payment and delivery dates
Keep the cheque, return memo, bank-information date, notice and delivery record together. The statutory sequence contains distinct triggers that should not be…
DocumentsA legal notice — information to prepare before drafting
Prepare the facts, supporting documents, correct parties and remedy sought before wording a notice. Strong language is not a substitute for a legally coherent…
DocumentsReceived a legal notice — preserving the complete record
Keep the complete notice, attachments and delivery evidence, and arrange a prompt assessment. The printed date, dispatch date and receipt date can be different.
DocumentsFiling a consumer complaint electronically
Prepare the complete complaint file before using the official filing service. An uploaded draft is not necessarily a registered case.
DocumentsResponding to a Consumer Commission notice
Preserve the full notice and service record, then seek advice promptly about the response and directions. Do not wait for an informal settlement to identify the…
RecoveryNotifying an insurer of a loss
Follow the policy's claim instructions promptly and preserve proof of notification. A telephone conversation is easier to verify when its reference and written…
Civil & PropertySending a notice about a property agreement
A notice should identify the actual contract, alleged breach and relief sought. A generic demand may omit important dates or make an unintended admission.
Civil & PropertyAn encroachment allegation — preserving the site record
Document the alleged change and obtain advice on the lawful remedy. Do not remove structures or use force on the strength of a general title assertion.
Civil & PropertyA lost original property deed
Record the loss accurately and preserve the available registration particulars. Recreating an original or making a false loss statement can create further problems.
Civil & PropertyConstruction activity during a property dispute
Identify the property right affected, the construction complained of and any operative permission or court order. A building approval and a title dispute raise…
Civil & PropertyProperty suits involving government — checking notice requirements
A proposed civil suit against government or a public officer can raise a statutory notice question. A complaint letter should not automatically be treated as…
Civil & PropertyNotice and participation in a mutation proceeding
Keep the actual notice and identify the proposed change. Participation is more useful when the objection explains the disputed fact and supporting document clearly.