When signing an employment contract with your employer, there are a few items which most people are concerned with (pay, hours, benefits, role). The rest of the agreement tends to …
Amendments to the Duties Act 1997 (NSW): the Practical Effects
The Duties Act 1997 (NSW) has recently been amended by the State Revenue and Fines Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Act 2022 (the Amendment Act), which received Royal Assent on 19 May …
Lynette’s Law: ‘Grossly Offensive Behaviour’ to be criminalised in Victoria
On 21 June 2022, in the State Parliament of Victoria, a draft bill was introduced aimed at punishing individuals who are found to commit acts of ‘Grossly offensive behaviour’. Known …
Franchise Disclosure Register: changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct in 2022
1. The changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct in 2022 Hey, franchisors! You need to be aware there are some new changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct in …
Stay Vigilant Online as Consumers: ACCC v Airbnb
Misleading conduct by Airbnb? On 7 June 2022, a concise statement was filed by ACCC, the applicant in relation to the matter ACCC v Airbnb & Anor (‘Short title’) in …
Will There Be Disability Reform in the Future?
Disability Royal Commission The Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability is a Royal Commission established on 4 April 2019. Presently, the Royal Commission is …
Is the company structure more trouble than it’s worth?
When setting up small businesses, many entrepreneurs and business owners immediately look to register new companies and complex company structures to facilitate the business. This desire stems from the understanding …
Protesting under the Roads and Crimes Legislation Amendment Bill 2022
Does protesting cause damage and disruption? On 1 April 2022, the Roads and Crimes Legislation Amendment Bill 2022 was assented to in the NSW Parliament. It was proposed and passed …
Appointing a Company Power of Attorney
It is of importance for all company directors to consider the value of appointing a ‘Company Power of Attorney’. A Company Power of Attorney is an integral legal document created …
Do I need a family trust? Probably not.
There are various types of trusts. This article uses general terminology but is probably most relevant in terms of family discretionary trusts, unless otherwise specified. Trusts have a few purposes. …