NSW strata reform: a different kind of deposition
In brief ‘Strata housing’ is a term that originated from the field of geology, where different ‘strata’ were the layers of…
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Social media in family law proceedings — how is it used?
In brief Social media goes far beyond cat videos (although it might not always seem like it). We use it…
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Can you extend probation?
In brief Probation periods are important to employers. The probation period allows employers to gauge an employee’s competence and character…
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New law gives a much needed boost to Employee Share Schemes
What is an ESS? An employee share scheme (ESS) is a scheme under which shares or rights to acquire shares (options) in…
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Are your brands at risk?
In brief The value of your brands Sometimes, the truth hurts. Never is that more true than with a company’s brand –…
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Can you record your will on a DVD?
In brief The Early Romans had a curious way of making their wills. A Roman would walk into a public space and declare…
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Redundancy — can an employer avoid payouts by getting their employees another job?
The Fair Work Act (the Act) contains a provision (s 120) which says that if an employer “obtains other acceptable employment”…
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Redundancy — when don’t you have to pay it?
In brief There is increasingly an expectation amongst employees that they will be paid a lump sum – over and above…
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Socially responsible business: Let ethics drive you to new success
In brief You should be driven to success by your industry, business skills, creativity and ethics, and not conflicted by…
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Am I liable for misleading information supplied by someone else?
In brief The Australian Consumer Law prohibits misleading or deceptive conduct and false or misleading representations. But can you escape…
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