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Law Clarified

Hearthstone Legal

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Hearthstone Legal presents a real talk of the good, the bad and everything in between, for all things business and construction law. Whether it is navigating a dispute, the QBCC, or guidance on a contract – we give you a run down of some of the “Do’s” and the “Don’ts”. These are digestible chats on topics that you might hear in our office of an afternoon. Daunting? Not anymore. Here’s Law: Clarified.
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This is a Blizzard Entertainment gaming podcast made by gamers for gamers. Each podcast we will discuss recent news, strategies and anything else that piques our interest in Blizzard games like Hearthstone, Heroes of the Storm, Starcraft, Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. We also will discuss other triple A and indie games we have been digging at the end of each episode. So come, pull up a chair and join our group!
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Helllloooooo Listeners! This is the last episode of the Owner's Hour Series. So sad! We've really enjoyed producing the Owner's Hour Series and we hope it has been a valuable resource. In this episode, we provide a very high level overview of the building certification process and why it's so important to a new home build or renovation project. We …
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Hi Listeners! This is the second episode of our special Women in Business Series! Mardee believes that as a small business owner, it is important to surround yourself with a supportive and passionate network of people with different skills and ideas. In this series, Mardee talks to amazing women in business to share stories, business tips and thoug…
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Hi Queensland property owners! This is our second last episode of our Owners' Hour series. In this episode, we talk about something we have received a lot of inquiries about lately - when can a builder increase the price to build or renovate your home? We talk about fixed price contracts and share some of our client's stories (no names used of cour…
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Hi listeners! This is the first episode of our very special Women in Business Series! Mardee believes that as a small business owner, it is incredibly important to surround yourself with a supportive and passionate network of people with different skills and ideas. In this series, Mardee talks to amazing women in business to share stories, business…
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Hi Queensland property owners! Episode 4 of our Owners’ Hour Series is here! In this episode, we invent a new technical legal term for building disputes - the “argy bargy” - and explain some things to think about before terminating a residential building contract, kick the builder off your property and start legal proceedings in the Queensland Civi…
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Hi Queensland property owners! Welcome to Episode 3 of our Owners' Hour Series! In this episode we discuss the role and functions of Queensland's building industry regulator, the Queensland Building and Construction Commission or QBCC. We give a brief overview of the Queensland Home Warranty Insurance Scheme and discuss the kinds of decisions the Q…
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Hi Queensland property owners! In this episode: we discuss the things that you need to think about when you receive your building contract and how to navigate the language, what your obligations are and what you should consider. We discuss the laws around requesting and approving variations, the difference between prime cost and provisional sum ite…
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Hi Queensland property owners! In this episode: we discuss the things that you need to think about when choosing a builder to build or renovate your home. Building or renovating a home is a huge financial and emotional investment. We want to make sure you have everything you need to choose the best person to support you in building the house of you…
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It's the last episode of Tool Box Tuesday! We do a recap of the 10 Building Commandments, answer some listener questions and have a general chit chat before bringing this season of Law Clarified to an end. **DISCLAIMER: Please note, topics discussed in this podcast are for general information and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute or…
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Episode 7 of Tool Box Tuesday wraps up the 3 part series on Litigation. Today focuses on debt recovery processes. For further information about possible review rights and what you need to do, contact us at podcast@hearthstonelegal.com.au **DISCLAIMER: Please note, topics discussed in this podcast are for general information and entertainment purpos…
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Episode 6 of Tool Box Tuesday continues with Part 2 of a 3 part series on Litigation. Today focuses on claims for outstanding money. For further information about possible review rights and what you need to do, contact us at podcast@hearthstonelegal.com.au **DISCLAIMER: Please note, topics discussed in this podcast are for general information and e…
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Episode 5 of Tool Box Tuesday dives into Part 1 of a 3 part series on Litigation. Today focuses on reviews of QBCC decisions - what decisions are capable of review, how and when you should review and what can you expect from the process. For further information about possible review rights and what you need to do, contact us at podcast@hearthstonel…
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Episode 4 of Tool Box Tuesday takes a look at the roles and responsibilities of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (the "QBCC") and what you should do if you have to be involved with QBCC processes. For further information about the QBCC, how you might be impacted by decisions and what you need to do, contact us at podcast@hearthst…
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In episode 3 of Tool Box Tuesdays we consider how, when and why an extension of time might be necessary during a building project and the issues that time can cause. Extensions also have a massive impact on practical completion - which is where most of the disputes happen. Getting your house handed over late, or not getting paid your practical comp…
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In episode 2 of Tool Box Tuesdays, we discuss variations - what are they, how they work and how they can go terribly wrong. Variations can cause a lot of issues for builders and homeowners - but, by following a few simple rules - those woes can be avoided. For further information about variations and understanding your obligations, contact us at po…
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In our first episode of Tool Box Tuesday, we explore the basics of what makes a contract and how communication is such an important element in business and in managing contracts and parties expectations. If you would like further information about building contracts, check out our website at www.hearthstonelegal.com.au or send us an email at podcas…
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This is the pilot episode where we ramble on during a sound check and talk about the ambitions and ideals for our podcast! This isn't legal advice - we know, we're lawyers - but we're speaking generally about the things that we've encountered over the course of our careers. Let us introduce ourselves, it's a bit of fun, it's a bit sweary' but at le…
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2017 may have been a trying year in many respects, but video games was certainly not one of them. The Darr bros pulled their collective thoughts together on the many incredible games of 2017 and compiled them in one incredible podcast worthy of revitalizing the Looking for Group name. Check it out! Subscribe: iTunes https://mutepoint.podbean.com/mf…
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Brush up on your biotics and prepare to hit the Omega 4 Relay because this week it is all Mass Effect. Cam and Matt are taking a backseat to the OG Darr brothers from Watchers of the Wall with a live celebration of all things Mass Effect. We recently blew through the trilogy and are ready to discuss about all of our favorite moments and characters …
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This is it gentlemen, the Dark Souls podcast LFG has been promising for a while. Cam and Drew have conquered Dark Souls 3 and have returned to the light with their review of the game, their favorite bosses, and favorite moments from the game. Is this the best Dark Souls game? Listen, if you dare, and find out. https://mutepoint.podbean.com/mf/web/p…
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Here’s the deal. Warcraft the movie has finally arrived to a pretty negative critical response. That said, most critics are not Warcraft fanboys. So as self-proclaimed Warcraft fans, long-time Warcraft gamers since Tides of Darkness, and half-decent film critics, we come at the film from a unique perspective. So look forward to our very mixed react…
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It’s been a span or two since the gang has been together but this week we catch up on all things Blizzard! Overwatch is out and consuming our lives, so we talk strategies with some beginner tips on team composition and hero selections. We also discuss the massive rework of Heroes of the Storm coming in the middle of this month as well as our though…
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Overwatch drops in four days and we have all played it in the open Beta! Spoilers, it’s awesome! We break down our favorite aspects of the game, our favorite heroes, and who should buy this game. This week we also break down the latest Heroes of the Storm news (ranked play is almost here) and our favorite Hearthstone decks. So what are you waiting …
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This week is absolutely massive. We discuss our impressions of the Overwatch closed beta this past weekend, the first Overwatch hero in Heroes of the Storm Tracer, and our strategies for starting Dark Souls 3, but first we dive into the massive reveal of Hearthstone’s newest expansion Whispers of the Old Gods (particularly the nerfs coming to the c…
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This week on LFG we try to pronounce the name of the private server Nostalrius that Blizzard recently issued a cease and desist order to. Was the retaliatory DDOS attack a justified response; we weigh in on the issue. We also talk the shake ups in HOTS, the new cards in the upcoming Hearthstone expansion, and the massive April update in The Divisio…
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This week no one is on Spring Break and the bros are back in town to give you the scoop on the biggest HOTS patch in history as well as the low down on all the hot cards in the new Hearthstone expansion Whispers of the Old Gods. Laugh as we really struggle to pronounce these Cthullu inspired names. Plus we get hyped for the new Daredevil season and…
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So after a delay do to missing sound files (it’s all Drew’s fault), here is the big episode that turned it all around for The Division. This week we discuss the big expansion announcement coming to Hearthstone, but soon get caught up in our love for the new kid on the mobile block, Clash Royale, and of course the major launch of The Division. The i…
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This week Cam is in Hawaii, which leaves the brothers from other mothers Drew and Matt some time to talk Division. What are our favorite parts of the game thus far, dark zone tips and tricks, and leveling highs and lows are all discussed this week as we dive deep into The Division. We also discuss HOTS new custom map, which is a throwback to ARAM i…
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This week in LFG Matt Swanson is slaying it on the Trivia scene with some deep DC comics cuts. But back to Blizzard, we breakdown some of the changes that have been happening weekly in HOTS, then we are going to talk about some strats for breaking back into Diablo 3 with season 5. This game is so goooood right now, so why aren’t you playing it!? Th…
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This week we go through the absolutely ridiculous amount of changes coming to Blizzard games including the introduction of standard format in Hearthstone, the Wizard in Heroes of the Storm, and our new found love for good old Diablo 3. More on that next week. Finally Matt talks about The Division and why it is oh so good, which Drew disagrees with……
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So this winter break the LFG bros have been knee-deep in post-apocalyptic mayhem as we have all been playing way too much Fallout. This week we are bringing you, our beloved listeners, the Fallout 4 pod. Listen as we reminisce about our personalized story-lines, our favorite companion characters, and the most memorable side-quests. Also Matt gets w…
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This week on LFG we break down the biggest news that came out of Blizzcon including our reactions to League of Explorers, the World of Warcraft movie and game trailers, and the Heroes of the Storm announcements. It is jam packed episode, but as a bonus, if you make it until the end, we have a ridiculous story of a man and his mouse-pad. So what are…
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Cam is still out with a bad case of technical difficulties but the show must go on. This week we are talking about our the massive release of Starcraft II Legacy of the Void. Man this game is great! We talk about the fun we are having playing through the campaign (no spoilers) as well as in thew co-op mode. What are you waiting for, give our podcas…
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This week on LFG we give our Blizzcon 2015 predictions, we discuss heroes that we would like to see increase in popularity in HOTS, and give our top legendary picks for Hearthstone. But let’s be real; we are just buying time until this weekend when Blizzcon drops and Blizzard makes all of our gaming dreams come true! Enjoy. https://mutepoint.podbea…
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It is a light news week in terms of Blizzard games as we prep for Blizzcon next week, so instead we jump right to newsroom with Matt bringing you tips on how to play WoW for free (hack the auction house and leveling system to bankroll your months of the game). Also this week we breakdown the list of holiday games this year including Halo, Fallout, …
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We are back players! The LFG crew of Drew, Cam and Matt have set a weekly time for our podcast so hopefully this show will have a regular publishing schedule now. Only time will tell! This week we breakdown the massive Warsong Commander nerf and discuss Blizzard doubling down on the e-sports scene with their new initiate. We also ran into some tech…
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This week the intrepid adventurers of LFG break down Blizzard’s absolute maelstrom of announcements of Gamecom 2015. Big changes are ahead for both Hearthstone and Heroes of the Storm while massive expansions for both Starcraft and World of Warcraft loom on the announcements. That’s right, LEGIONNNNNN is coming! So strap on your Blades of Azzinoth …
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In this inaugural episode of our new podcast we dissect the major announcement of Hearthstone’s next expansion, the Grand Tournament. We also spend a ton of time talking about Heroes of the Storm including our reaction to the Eternal Conflict digital expansion as well as strategies for countering those troubling picks like Kaelthas. Finally, we tou…
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