Can a Landlord Hold a Tenant’s Property for Unpaid Rent?
Originating in feudal times, the common law right of a landlord to seize and impound a tenant’s goods to compel payment of arrears in rent has been abolished in most parts of Australia.
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What is a Joint Venture? Why Would I Use One?
While a company or partnership structure carries with it a clear set of legal rights and obligations, the same is not necessarily the case for a joint venture.
The Importance of Due Diligence when Buying a Business
In this video, South Geldard Lawyers Director, Ben Wright dicusses the importance of due diligence when buying a business.
Divorce. Don’t leave it until the last minute!
Divorce is the official ending of a marriage. The only legal requirement for obtaining a divorce is the “irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.
Changes to Making an Enduring Power of Attorney in Queensland
Important legislative changes in Queensland came into force from 30 November 2020.
Transferring a Lease of Crown Land? Here’s What You Need to Know
In Queensland, leases over state land are granted for various purposes such as grazing, agriculture, tourism, forestry and others as term, perpetual or freeholding leases.
A Family Law Guide for separated parents for surviving Christmas
Most parents will have an arrangement in place for spending time with their children, whether it be on a week-to week or an alternating basis.
Redundancy and COVID-19. What Your Business Needs to Know
In this video, our Courtney Brown shares some important insights about what businesses should know about redundancy and COVID-19.
All You Need to Know About Trust Structures
While most business people have heard of trusts, it’s likely not as many really understand what they are or why you’d use one.
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.
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 Rossato case.
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 to the marriage or relationship, during the marriage and even following separation.
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 test case launched through the NSW Supreme Court system by the Insurance Industry and Financial Services Ombudsman.
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 by Federal government ministers in relation to not only the live cattle industry, but also other enterprises.
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 by Federal government ministers in relation to not only the live cattle industry, but also other enterprises.
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 good tenants.
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 in the matter of WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato [2020] FCAFC 84 (“WorkPac v Rossato”).
