What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Insolvency Reforms
In this video, South Geldard Lawyers Director, Gordon Stünzner explains the recent COVID-19 Insolvency Reforms and what it means for businesses in distress.
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Employing casual staff? Watch out for these perils
In this video, South Geldard Lawyers Director, Ben Wright shares some insights for business owners regarding a recent Court decision in the WorkPac v… Read More »Employing casual staff? Watch out for these perils
Why It’s Important to Comply With a Development Approval
The enforcement of the terms of Development Approvals (DAs) in Queensland is achieved by the Planning Act 2016 (‘the Act’) which…
Assessing Contributions in a Property Settlement
It is common during a marriage or de facto relationship that the husband, wife or partner made a greater financial contribution through their initial contributions… Read More »Assessing Contributions in a Property Settlement
Formalising Your Property Agreement
You have reached an agreement with your former spouse. What do you do now? Finalising your agreement into a legal document is important.
Business Interruption Insurance – Test Case
If your business has suffered financially during the pandemic, and you have business interruption insurance, you may be interested to follow the progress of a… Read More »Business Interruption Insurance – Test Case
Jobkeeper Extension Update
The recent Federal Court decision in Brett Cattle Company Pty Ltd v Minister for Agriculture [2020] FCA 732 (‘Brett Cattle’) has implications for future decisions… Read More »Jobkeeper Extension Update
What Does the Brett Cattle Company Class Action Mean for Government Decisions?
The recent Federal Court decision in Brett Cattle Company Pty Ltd v Minister for Agriculture [2020] FCA 732 (‘Brett Cattle’) has implications for future decisions… Read More »What Does the Brett Cattle Company Class Action Mean for Government Decisions?
The Importance of Due Diligence When Purchasing a Commercial Property in Queensland
Commercial property is an asset class that can provide good returns if you buy at the right time, in the right place, and can install… Read More »The Importance of Due Diligence When Purchasing a Commercial Property in Queensland
Breaking News: Annual Wage Review By Fair Work Commission
The Fair Work Commission’s Expert Panel has awarded a 1.75% increase to the national minimum wage and the minimum wages in Modern Awards.
Workpac v Rossato: A “Double-Dip” For Employee Entitlements?
With a 1025 paragraph judgement and an appeal imminent, the Full Bench of the Federal Court of Australia have recently published their reasons for judgement… Read More »Workpac v Rossato: A “Double-Dip” For Employee Entitlements?
What is a Family Provision Claim?
A Family Provision Claim (FPA) refers to a claim which a person can make against a deceased estate if they have been left out of… Read More »What is a Family Provision Claim?
Are All Casual Employees Now Permanents?
Casual employment and the consequences for employers of misclassifying employees have been vexed issues since the 2018 decision of the Federal Court regarding the employment… Read More »Are All Casual Employees Now Permanents?
Valuing Property in Family Law matters
You may have just separated from your partner or have been separated for some time. A division of property remains to be resolved between you.
Do I have to Leave our House when we Separate?
Usually on the breakdown of a relationship, one party moves out of the matrimonial home, leaving the other party to continue to reside in the… Read More »Do I have to Leave our House when we Separate?
Coronavirus – What are Your Options if a Ticketed Event is Affected?
With strict social gathering and travel restrictions remaining in place to combat the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) there has been much confusion and… Read More »Coronavirus – What are Your Options if a Ticketed Event is Affected?
What Happens to Super on a Divorce or Separation?
Superannuation like any other property in which a spouse has an interest is available for distribution between them.
What You Need to Know About Forming a Company
In short, this will depend on whether you plan ahead. You can decide in advance who can make decisions for you by preparing a legal… Read More »What You Need to Know About Forming a Company
Who will Make Decisions for Me if I Lose Capacity?
In short, this will depend on whether you plan ahead. You can decide in advance who can make decisions for you by preparing a legal… Read More »Who will Make Decisions for Me if I Lose Capacity?
Key Things to Consider When Forming a Business Partnership
Going into business with close friends or associates as partners is, for many people, an ideal way to realise their entrepreneurial dreams. Like sole trading,… Read More »Key Things to Consider When Forming a Business Partnership
