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Alison and Jillian Barrett are Principals at Maurice Blackburn. The Queensland sisters are experienced lawyers and passionate social justice campaigners.

Alison and Jillian Barrett are both principals at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers. Alison juggles motherhood, as well as heading up a major legal practice area. Younger sister Jillian also leads a team of lawyers and sports a double degree in Law and Journalism.

03/06/2026

Chaos strikes a quiet strata community, facing a 'revolving door' of tenants at the hands of one investor-owned home. 🏡 👀

From late-night parties to parking headaches, neighbours say they feel completely powerless.

So, what rights do residents actually have in situations like this?

A rundown rental in an otherwise peaceful strata complex is causing tension between neighbours, with residents claiming the neglected property attracts constant turnover and disruptive behaviour.

21/05/2026

A $50 rent hike… without permission? 🏠⁉️

One Aussie landlord says their property manager has crossed the line and lost them good tenants.

Now they’re left dealing with the expense and stress of finding someone new.

This could be more than just poor practice, it may be against the law. Here’s what you can do in a situation like this:

Lawyers explain whether a property agent acted unlawfully after increasing the rent on 'good tenants' without consent.

15/05/2026

Have you ever felt like it’s a rip‑off when airlines cancel your flight and offer no compensation? 😡✈️

One passenger says a nightmare delay has left them paying out of pocket for accommodation, tennis tickets and transport.

Being forced to cover the costs for something out of your control doesn’t sit right, but can the law actually do anything about it?

Find out here ❗

If you've ever lost time and money because of an airline's cancellation, here are the steps you should take for your best chance at compensation.

08/05/2026

Have you ever expected a small tradie bill for a quick job, only to get the shock of your life when the invoice arrived? 😮🔧

That’s exactly what happened to one Aussie after a quick call‑out resulted in a far bigger charge than expected.

Now they’re asking whether that kind of charge is actually allowed, or if they have been taken for a ride.

So what options do you have if a bill feels excessive?

Find out here 🔨

An apartment resident is questioning the right of a plumber to charge $800 for less than an hour's work. Is that legal?

30/04/2026

Great for the park, but a growing problem over the fence. 🌳🪟

One resident says this leafy local has caused more stress than shade.

From prying sightlines and safety worries to concerns that the roots might be stirring up plumbing trouble, the list keeps growing.

So when concerns keep piling up, what options does an overwhelmed homeowner actually have? 🥲

A resident is concerned about children climbing a tree and looking into their home. What legal rights do they have to get the council to take action.

22/04/2026

Sunshine, fresh air… and someone else’s hair?? 🤨💇

One renter says hair keeps raining down onto their balcony from above, despite repeated complaints to building management.

What should be a relaxing outdoor space now feels more like a hygiene hazard.

At what point does this stop being a bizarre situation and start becoming a legal or strata issue? 👇

A renter feels like their voice has not been heard after multiple complaints.

16/04/2026

“Their site? It’s MY house.” 💢

One frustrated resident says tradies have taken over her street, leaving her blocked in, cut off, and fed up after a heated confrontation. 🚧🛻

Now she wants to know where the line is drawn.

So who’s really allowed to park where?

Construction in an Aussie suburb is creating a 'daily headache' for locals. One resident is asking what their rights are when tradies block access to homes.

13/04/2026

Would you be okay with strangers walking through your home multiple times a week? 😤🏠

This renter says their landlord’s 'constant' inspections feel like a total invasion of privacy, leaving them frustrated by the disruption and constantly cleaning for people they don’t even know.

So has the landlord gone too far?

Here’s what the law actually says 👇

A renter has asked what their rights are when it comes to inspections after their landlord decided to sell their home.

09/04/2026

How did a streetlight become the centre of a finger-pointing saga? 👈

👉 One resident says a blaring streetlight streaming into her home has been disrupting her life; the council says it’s not their problem, turning what should have been a simple fix into a drawn-out dispute.

Read on to see why this glaring issue just won’t go dark 👀

If a new streetlight is illuminating your bedroom and keeping you awake, what rights do you have?

24/03/2026

Could your adult children's moving back home end in eviction?

The cost and competitiveness of renting are prompting more young adults to return to their family homes. But the risk for parents who are also in the rental market may be bigger than you think.

Need to know more? Read this:

A woman innocently trying to help her son who recently lost his job fears the act of kindness may have risked her rental.

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