Workplace Relations 10 April 2019 Entry rights – Does a union official’s right to enter your workplace extend to periods outside of work hours?

Can a union official enter your workplace outside work hours to hold discussions with your employees? This question was recently addressed by the Federal Court...

Corporate & Commercial 4 March 2019 Recreational services: Wa(i)ving liability goodbye under the Australian Consumer Law

The warmer months usually see an increased participation in outdoor recreational activities. Now is the time to surf that wave, climb that cliff face,...

Family Law 6 February 2019 I did not see my children over the holiday period, what do I do?

Holiday periods should be a time to relax, have fun and enjoy a break. However, for separated families the holiday period can be stressful....

Workplace Relations 17 December 2018 Reducing redundancy payments through acceptable alternative employment

A redundancy typically occurs when an employer has made a definite decision that the employer no longer wishes the job the employee has done...

Corporate & Commercial 17 December 2018 Selling your business? Our top tips to avoid common mistakes

Selling a business can be both an exciting and daunting experience.  Contractual and legislative obligations can (understandably) cause potential sellers to feel overwhelmed or...

Corporate & Commercial 7 December 2018 Importance of advice when buying a franchise

The purchase or establishment of a business can be an exciting opportunity, however the wrong decision at the outset can have drastic consequences, both...

Workplace Relations 3 December 2018 Modern awards get more ‘family friendly’

From December 1, a new model award term will be inserted into all modern awards, requiring employers to make a genuine attempt to reach...

Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 12 November 2018 When a gift is not a gift

There are a number of considerations when preparing your Will: you must consider who to appoint as your Executor, the beneficiaries of your estate...

Corporate & Commercial 9 November 2018 That’s my Name!

A common misconception in the commercial world is that registering a business name (as required by law) grants you the right to its exclusive...

Corporate & Commercial 9 November 2018 Parliament’s gift to consumers: introduction of gift card regulation

There are many who consider a gift card / voucher to be a more thoughtful present than “cash in a card”.  However, most gift...

Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 2 November 2018 Estate planning for millennials: controlling today to create your tomorrows

For people under the age of 30, what happens to assets when they die is probably one of the last things on their minds. ...

Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 12 September 2018 What happens to my social media accounts when I die and why should I care?

In an era of ever-increasing online presence, not many people consider what happens to their social media accounts upon their death and its impact...