Law Talk Episode

20th February 2025

Description

In this week's episode, Nick addressed several legal queries. New scam laws were discussed, highlighting increased protections for consumers and potential legal action against companies failing to prevent scams. Travis sought advice on a defective vehicle purchased from a dealer, with Nick explaining statutory warranty rights and potential recourse through the Department of Commerce or a minor case claim. Dawn inquired about insurance issues in a strata title property, focusing on the requirement for joint insurance and potential recovery of costs. Brian raised concerns about roller shutter safety in a commercial unit, with Nick advising on communication and potential legal action to ensure repairs. Finally, Paul sought guidance on defective flooring in a new build, and Nick suggested contacting the building commission and potentially taking action against the builder for the defects.

Topics Discussed:

New scam laws and consumer protection

New scam laws and consumer protection

Defective vehicle statutory warranty rights

Defective vehicle statutory warranty rights

Strata title joint insurance disputes

Strata title joint insurance disputes

Roller shutter safety and responsibility

Roller shutter safety and responsibility

New build flooring defects recourse

New build flooring defects recourse