Before commencing proceedings to recover owed money, it is important to find out if the debt is recoverable in the first place. You do not want to go through an entire court process only to realise that the person or entity that owes you money is unable to pay you. That means you must find […]
Dealing with protestors on your land
All democratic societies embrace the right to peaceful protest and our country is no exception. It is perfectly legal for people to gather and express their views as long as they are not breaking any law(s). For example, if the gathering descends into a situation where the rights of others are being infringed upon, then […]
Making sure you choose the right residential tenants
Having a residential property is one thing, finding the right tenants is another altogether. While the thought of earning a rental income from your property is an enticing one, some tenants have the potential to make your life a living hell. With the high demand for property to rent ever increasing, it is essential that […]
Merits of outsourcing legal papers
When it comes to serving legal papers, the time limit is a crucial factor. It is not uncommon for an entire legal case to hinge on whether papers were served within the stipulated timeframe or not, as well as adhere to the correct legal procedures. It is these challenges that have made it prudent for […]
Can a landlord enter a commercial property to forfeit their lease?
Any time a lessee of a commercial property breaches the lease agreement (by not paying rent on time) the landlord has every right to forfeit the lease. In fact, the landlord can instruct a Certificated Enforcement Officer who is permitted by law to enter the property to prevent the Tenant from re-entering. For any other […]
Are there laws surrounding what goods can and cannot be repossessed?
Most aspects of being an enforcement officer are carefully legislated to protect all parties involved in the process and the repossession of goods is not exempt from this. There are firm laws that dictate what can and cannot be taken in terms of goods to cover an outstanding debt and Able Investigations always works within […]
The benefits of choosing a more experienced enforcement agency
Most businesses will hope to go through their career without needing the services of an enforcement agency but for some types of business, it is a sad part of life. When it comes to hiring an enforcement agency, it is not always best to just go with the first company you come across because they […]
Using common law for evictions
A trespasser is defined as someone who enters a person’s land or property without the landowner’s permission. As a landowner, you have two main options in order to evict trespasser(s) which we will take you through. (more…)
What does reasonable force mean for enforcement agents?
Although many people may have heard the phrase “reasonable force” before, this is most likely in the context of a homeowner defending themselves from an intruder. However, for enforcement agents, the definition of reasonable force is markedly different. Enforcement agents are permitted to enter a building if they can get in using an unlocked door […]
What is a Certificated Enforcement Officer?
A Certificated Enforcement Officer is someone who can do the job often referred to as a bailiff but also has the qualifications and experience to show they do the job properly and within all the applicable laws. When you or your company employ an enforcement officer, you should always check they are certified to protect […]