Changes to the ‘Unfair Contract Terms’ regime
Employment Law, LawyersA new regime now applies under Australian Consumer Law to contracts entered into or renewed following 9 November 2023, as well as any terms to existing contracts varied after this date. Unfair contract terms can attract significant penalties…
ASIC’s Crackdown on Greenwashing: Companies must remain wary
ASIC, LawyersThe growing consumer demand for ethical and environmentally friendly options has prompted certain companies to make ambiguous or false environmental claims, leading to potential instances of false and misleading conduct that can result in harsh…
Recent Decision: Rostering requirements for Employees on Public Holidays
Employment Law, LawyersIn the matter of Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union v OS MCAP Pty Ltd [2023] FCAFC 51 the Full Court of the Federal Court recently considered public holiday provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 and has ruled that employers…
Can using ChatGPT amount to Defamation?
Blog, Defamation, LawyersWhilst most are initially impressed at AI technology such as ChatGPT’s efficiency in accomplishing tasks that would take regular people several hours to complete, upon further investigation, many have realised the possibility of AI-generated…
Voluntary Administration and What this Could Mean for Your Business
Lawyers, Voluntary AdministrationMost people view voluntary administration as another form of liquidation. However, this is not the case. In fact, voluntary administration is a procedure that allows an essentially insolvent company to access financial expertise and potentially…
New Pay Secrecy Laws in Australia
Employment Law, LawyersNew Pay Secrecy Laws in Australia
Recent law reform to the Fair Work Act 2009 has prohibited pay secrecy in Australia, granting employees new rights to openly share information regarding their pay in the workplace without repercussion.
Pay…
Validity of a will
Lawyers, Wills & EstateThe Validity of a Will: Suspicious Circumstances and Undue Influence
A person who creates a will (Testator) must know and approve of all of the contents inside of that will at their own free will.
In determining whether a Testator has…
Property Law Bill
Lawyers, Property LawExciting times are ahead for Queensland property buyers with the Queensland Parliament introducing new legislation to modernise property laws with contemporary language to better reflect current commercial practice.
The Property Law Bill…
Solicitors Advice Certificate
Blog, LawyersSolicitors Advice Certificate
Solicitor’s advice certificates are becoming commonplace, but there is still some confusion amongst people as to what they are, especially if there has not been a need for one previously.
What is a solicitor's…
Conveyancing & Property Investments: How a Solicitor’s Advice can Help you Break into the Property Sector
Lawyers, Uncategorized
Why Solicitors are Essential in Property Investments
Engaging a solicitor to provide advice on your new property venture can provide insightful industry relevant knowledge that can further your commercial portfolio. Ensuring you have…