National Employment Standards
The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) contains the minimum standards applicable to all national system employees. These standards are known as the National Employment…
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How To Find The Right Lawyer In A Commercial Dispute Case
If your business or one you know (or an individual) is facing litigation, either because another party is threatening it, or because you feel…
What To Do After A Family Separation And Pending Divorce
Do you have a friend or relative who has just separated? If so, the information below should help. WHAT IS MEANT BY SEPARATION? Separation…
When Can An Arrest Be Made And What Are Your Legal Rights?
WHEN CAN AN ARREST BE MADE WITHOUT A WARRANT? A police officer or public officer (a person authorised under a written law) may arrest…
Have You Been Naughty Or Nice? Parenting Orders For Christmas And The School Holidays
It’s that time of year again! In case you haven’t been into one of the overly eager department stores, the holiday season is fast…
Two Of The Most Important Documents To Execute When Planning Your Future: All About EPAS and EPGS
Everyone knows about a Will and what it does (although studies show that about 45% of the population don’t have one!). However, not…
When Life Gives You Lemons: Lemon Cars and Consumer Rights
Lemon cars, brand new cars that turn out to be duds, can leave car owners in an uphill battle with their car dealers…
What Happens When An Original Will is Lost?
There is a presumption that where an original Will of a Will maker cannot be located or is presumed lost or destroyed, it was…
Budgie Smugglers Beware!
The application of laws from different countries both abroad and in Australia We all recall the recent sight of the “Budgie Nine” as they…
Where there’s a will there’s a way – Why there’s never a good excuse for not having a Will.
As a law firm, we have heard every excuse under the sun as to why people have taken so long to get their Wills…
Purchasing A Business
Prior to purchasing a business it is prudent to obtain legal advice to ensure that you are aware of your rights and obligations. There…
Sham Contractor
Workers can be engaged either as independent contractors or employees. Whilst there is no specific definition of what differentiates an independent contractor from an…