Award Wage Increase — What do I do?
In Brief With the new tax year upon us, for many businesses, workers compensation policy periods turn-over and budgets are being…
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Union Visits — How does one limit uninvited guests?
In Brief Union visits and the associated tension between employers and union officials can be disruptive and stressful for both parties…
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Proposed new rules for paying dividends
In Brief If passed in Parliament, the Corporations Legislation Amendment (Deregulatory and Other Measures) Bill 2014 may simplify the process of…
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Can I disinherit my wayward child from my will?… You may be surprised!
In Brief Who can make a claim against your estate? What needs to be established by the applicant? What will the court…
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Swimming pool compliance legislation delay: A sensible outcome
In Brief Legislative changes were to come into effect from 29 April 2014 requiring swimming pool compliance certificates to be annexed…
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How to avoid paying for employee non-work related injuries
In Brief Employers are increasingly becoming aware that allowing an employee to return to work after suffering an injury, especially a non-work…
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e‑Conveyancing — The “e” stands for “exciting”!
In Brief Anyone who has discovered the highs and lows of dealing with exchange and settlement in relation to real property…
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Germany bans employers from contacting employees outside of work hours
In Brief It has been reported that in July 2013, German born Chief Executive of Swisscom, Carsten Schloter, sadly committed suicide…
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$105,000 awarded for defamatory tweets
In Brief The District Court of NSW has ordered a Defendant who posted defamatory statements on Twitter and Facebook about a local…
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Selling a property with a pool? Dive right into compliance
In Brief Just because summer has come to an end doesn’t mean it’s time to forget about your swimming pool for…
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