by admin | Nov 17, 2022 | Business Law, Dispute Resolution
In 2020, the pre-action protocols were introduced to encourage resolution between parties and to prevent the commencement of litigation, which often is an extremely timely and costly procedure. These protocols first require the...
by Jessica Sinclair | Sep 6, 2022 | Wills & Estates Advice
SOME TOPICS TO CONSIDER WHEN MAKING YOUR WILL Thinking about preparing a Will is one of those tasks that few of us do willingly. None of us like to think about the end of our life and how it could impact our loved ones, but Estate Planning is an important way in which...
by admin | Jun 6, 2022 | Business Law
Do I have to apply for a director ID? You will be required to apply for your own 15-digit director ID if you are a director or a person acting in the capacity as a director of the following bodies: a company; a registered Australian body; a registered foreign company;...
by admin | Jun 1, 2022 | Child Related Issues
Surrogacy – Is It An Option For You? For many in a relationship, the prospect of having a child is often fraught with complexities, whether it be reproductive issues or same sex relationship. Conversely, those not in a relationship may wonder if they may...
by admin | May 5, 2022 | Employment Law Advice
Employment vs Independent Contractor: the High Court decides The question of whether a worker is characterised as an independent contractor or an employee for the purposes of the Fair Work Act 2009 has significant consequences for employers, not least of which is...
by admin | Nov 2, 2021 | Employment Law Advice
Working in Heat As summer is approaching and it continues to get hotter, working in the heat becomes increasingly hazardous for Australian workers. When the human body is unable to maintain a constant temperature required to function, it can lead to overheating and...
by admin | Oct 6, 2021 | Employment Law Advice
WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato [2021] HCA 23 On 4 August 2021 the High Court handed down their landmark decision in WorkPac Pty Ltd v Rossato[1], stating that the main consideration in determining how to characterise whether an employee is casual or not, should be...
by admin | Sep 30, 2021 | Employment Law Advice
Is there a better way? Is it getting to the annual appraisal time of year again at your firm? If so, research shows that not only is the performance review seen as a huge ‘time stealer’ for the employer, but it can also be a time of high anxiety and negativity for the...
by admin | Sep 7, 2021 | Wills & Estates Advice
Does my Executor have to respect my funeral wishes? When you pass, it is generally up to your next of kin to initiate funeral arrangements. This is a highly emotional time and not having set plans and arrangements may lead to unwanted conflicts between already...
by admin | Jun 4, 2021 | Adelaide Legal Advice
What you can do while you wait to apply for divorce Before you can apply to the Court for a divorce order, you and your partner must have been separated for 12 months. This, however, does not mean that you must simply sit around and wait out the 12-month period before...
by admin | Jun 2, 2021 | Property Law
Why we are seeing an increase in flexibility for commercial leases? Whilst many of our clients and associates here in Adelaide, the coronavirus pandemic largely seems like a thing of the past, the changes to everyday life subsequent to the pandemic continue to flow....
by admin | Apr 21, 2021 | Injury Law Advice
Ensuring you are adequately compensated When formulating a personal injury statement of claim, lawyers consider multiple categories of loss. This is to ensure that you are appropriately and adequately compensated for the full extent of your injuries and losses –...
by admin | Apr 21, 2021 | Property Law
The South Australian government has just introduced its final stages of reform to the South Australian Planning Code (‘the code’) under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 (SA) on 19 March 2021.[1] As such, there have been some changes to disclosure...
by admin | Mar 1, 2021 | Adelaide Legal Advice
What Does This Merger Mean? Earlier this week the Government Bill that will see the Family Court of Australia merge with the Federal Circuit Court was passed through the Senate. Attorney-General Christian Porter has greeted the change, stating that it will...
by admin | Dec 4, 2020 | Business Law
Do I Have A Contract? There are many reasons for entering into a ‘contract’. You may enter into a contract for work, a contract of sale, building contracts or even a business agreement. Whatever type of contract you enter into, it should be set up to give each party...
by admin | Sep 29, 2020 | Debt Collection
Making A Claim In Debt Through Court Background Have you loaned money to a friend or family member and they haven’t repaid you? Maybe you are a business and a client hasn’t paid you for the goods or services you have provided. If you are owed money and have been...
by admin | Jul 31, 2020 | Wills & Estates Advice
Wills & estate Planning – A Brief Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us all to think about what is most important to us. For most of us, this has included thinking about how our loved ones would be taken care of in the event of our death....
by admin | Jun 15, 2020 | Family Law Help
What is a Parenting Plan and is it Legally Binding? Going through a separation or divorce is an extremely stressful time, made even harder when you have to consider a child/children and the potential impact your separation will have on them. Developing some...
by admin | May 26, 2020 | Adelaide Legal Advice
Is a Justice of the Peace and a Notary Public the same thing? What is a Justice of the Peace? A Justice of the Peace (JP) is a person who is appointed by the Attorney-General’s Department to act as an independent and objective witness to documents used for official...
by admin | Apr 30, 2020 | Divorce Advice, Property Law Advice
Property & Financial Settlements in the aftermath of COVID-19 In addition to the personal and social impact of COVID-19, the subsequent shut down of many businesses and accompanying social distancing requirements, it has also had a profound effect on the global...
by admin | Apr 20, 2020 | Injury Law Advice
Ruby Princess Coronavirus Personal Injury Claims If you or a family member has been affected by COVID-19 as a passenger on board the Ruby Princess, or through having come into contact with a passenger, you may have a claim to compensation. This could be for personal...
by admin | Apr 14, 2020 | Business Law
Force Majeure – Frustration – Termination For our valued clients, colleagues and friends, I have put together a brief summary of your exposure in this COVID-19 landscape. It is expected that in the near future you, your customers and or your suppliers will...
by admin | Apr 14, 2020 | Property Law
For our valued landlords, agents, colleagues and friends, The Code agreed to this month by the National cabinet can be summarised as requiring landlords and tenants to take a balanced approach to each individual leasing arrangement in order to share, in a...
by admin | Apr 9, 2020 | Property Law
COVID-19 // APRIL 2020 // COMMERCIAL LEASING PRINCIPLES On 3 April 2020, the National Cabinet agreed to a set of principles (Code) for application to commercial tenancies (including retail, office and industrial) between owners/operators/other landlords and...
by admin | Mar 31, 2020 | Wills & Estates Advice
How Can A Will Be Executed Remotely? As the COVID-19 situation continues to impact our lives, it has forced all of us to reconsider how we do things in this new, socially distant, world. Today, we discuss how you can remotely execute a Will drafted by your lawyers....
by admin | Mar 31, 2020 | Employment Law
Working from Home: Best Practice Tips With so many companies taking on board the Government’s directive to #StayHome and #StaySafe during COVID-19, the new reality impacting many employers is how to maintain the team spirit and work ethic, as well as lead and manage...
by admin | Mar 31, 2020 | Employment Law
COVID-19 – How Does it Impact Your Workforce and Workplace? In response to the recent pandemic, there are a number of government-driven measures (amongst more) that are being taken, which in turn affect employees and workplaces. These measures may impact on...
by admin | Mar 30, 2020 | Divorce Advice
How do I know when to apply for a Divorce? There are a few steps that you need to consider before you can apply for a Divorce. STEP 1: Can the marriage be saved? It is imperative that you know what you are applying for when submitting an Application for Divorce. A...
by admin | Feb 17, 2020 | Employment Law
A Serious Win for Casual Employees and a Warning to Employers A new decision by the Fair Work Commission has opened the door for casual employees to bring unfair dismissal claims against their employers. A casual employee at retail giant Bed Bath N’ Table, who had...
by admin | Jan 29, 2020 | Child Custody, Family Law Help, Family Law Help
What if your ex-partner takes your children overseas without your consent or stays longer than you agreed to? Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for a parent to internationally abduct their children. That is, take or send their children from Australia to a place...
by admin | Jan 29, 2020 | Employment Law Advice
Food for thought Vegetarianism is the practice of not eating meat or fish, usually for moral, religious, or health reasons. Taking that one step further, veganism is the practice of not eating or using any animal products at all. But are these practices and the...
by admin | Jan 29, 2020 | Injury Law Advice
How do I know if I should bring a personal injury claim? In order to bring a personal injury claim there needs to be a person or entity that is in some way responsible for your injuries. This is because without that person or entity there is no one to seek...
by admin | Jan 29, 2020 | Wills & Estates Advice
My sibling received more of my parent’s inheritance than me. What can I do? In the emotional turmoil of your parents passing away, sorting out your parent’s estate is just another important task to add to the list of things to do. But what can you do if you’ve read...
by admin | Nov 30, 2019 | Employment Law
An unprecedented sum: $130,000 in damages awarded for sexual harassment In 2014 Ms Rebecca Richardson successfully appealed a decision of the Federal Court of Australia and gained an additional $112,000.00 in damages for her sexual harassment claim. The Case The...
by admin | Oct 25, 2019 | Employment Law
Food for Thought Vegetarianism is the practice of not eating meat or fish, usually for moral, religious, or health reasons. Taking that one step further, veganism is the practice of not eating or using any animal products at all. But are these practices and the...
by admin | Oct 17, 2019 | Business Law
What Happens When a Trust Company Becomes Insolvent? Recent High Court Decision The recent High Court decision of Carter Holt Harvey Woodproducts Australia Pty Ltd v The Commonwealth of Australia has provided clarity about what happens to trust assets in the event...
by admin | Sep 17, 2019 | Child Custody, Family Law Help, Family Law Help
Religion And Shared Custody Of Children Australians enjoy great freedom of religion, and being a country of migrants, there is a great diversity of religious and spiritual beliefs. Many of these beliefs are quite personal and are interwoven with family, community and...
by admin | Aug 29, 2019 | Employment Law
High Court Decision handed down in Comcare v Banerji The High Court of Australia has handed down its verdict in the matter of Comcare v Banerji. The case involved a Department of Immigration and Border Protection employee tweeting anonymously over 9,000 times about...
by admin | Aug 28, 2019 | Employment Law Advice
High Court Decision handed down in Comcare v Banerji [2019] HCA 23 The High Court of Australia has handed down its verdict in the matter of Comcare v Banerji. Read our previous blog here for a summary of the case. The High Court ultimately ruled that the APS...
by admin | Aug 10, 2019 | Wills & Estates Advice
What is an Advanced Care Directive? The Advanced Care Directive (ACD) is a legally binding document that enables you to have medical and other decisions made where you are unable to make those decisions. An ACD is useful in the event of a serious stroke, coma,...
by admin | Jul 24, 2019 | Property Law Advice
How do I know if I am in a de facto relationship? There can be some confusion on the issue of property rights and spousal maintenance in de facto relationships, and particularly on what actually qualifies as a de facto relationship. However, the law itself is...
by admin | Jul 11, 2019 | Adelaide Legal Advice
What Are The Risks Of Going Completely Digital? Pace Lawyers and Adelaide Legal has set itself the target of becoming a paperless office by 2020. Part of this transition involves adopting the use of electronic signatures (or e-signatures) as a means of authenticating...
by admin | Jul 11, 2019 | Business Law
What Are The Inherent Risks Of Going Completely Digital? Pace Lawyers and Adelaide Legal has set itself the target of becoming a paperless office by 2020. Part of this transition involves adopting the use of electronic signatures (or e-signatures) as a means of...
by admin | Jul 1, 2019 | Wills & Estates Advice
‘Paperless’ Probate Applications 2019 – Do I still need a Lawyer to Assist? Since 28 November 2018, the Courts Administration Authority of South Australia has transitioned probate registry lodgements to its CourtSA digital platform. But does a digital platform...
by admin | Jun 14, 2019 | Employment Law Advice
The Way Personal Leave Is Calculated May Be About To Change Case Law Update: Mondelez Australia Pty Ltd v AMWU & others (VID 731/2018) A case currently before the Federal Court of Australia could potentially change the way that personal leave for employees is...
by admin | May 27, 2019 | Property Law
Implications of Pastina Pty Ltd v Hosanna Excelsis One Universal Church Inc A recent Supreme Court judgment involving Hosanna Excelsis One Universal Church Inc’s head office in Adelaide and its landlord, Pastina Pty Ltd could have wide reaching consequences for...
by admin | May 23, 2019 | Business Law
What is derivative action? Derivative action is generally an action brought by the company against a director for a breach of duty, but where a company cannot or does not bring that action, the court allows the members to bring the action on behalf of the company....
by admin | Apr 29, 2019 | Business Law
On 26 February 2019 the ACCC released its Compliance and Enforcement Policy and Priorities for 2019. The policy outlines what the ACCC aims to focus on this year. It ranges from Cartel Conduct to Customer Loyalty Schemes, encompassing a wide range of issues that can...
by admin | Apr 29, 2019 | Employment Law
Introduction Australian state and territory Work Health and Safety and Road Safety authorities, the National Heavy vehicle Regulator and other key stakeholders have collaborated to develop a single, cohesive Work Health and Safety guide. This Guide is for firms,...
by admin | Mar 27, 2019 | Employment Law, South Australian Law
The High Court of Australia is currently hearing a matter which could have wide reaching consequences for employers and employees in Australia. The matter raises the question of the extent to which an employer should be able to police an employee’s actions outside of...
by admin | Mar 1, 2019 | Child Related Issues, Family Law Help, Family Law Help
Post-separation, holidays can be difficult. If you haven’t had final parenting orders made yet, or are at the beginning of the separation process, you might be feeling uncertain about how to ensure time with your children during holiday periods.Do I need Orders...
by admin | Feb 28, 2019 | Adelaide Lawyers, South Australian Law
The Background With ongoing discussions about the current economic pressures on South Australian households, it is of no surprise that discussions about council rate capping generate a great deal of momentum from time to time. It is one of those super charged...
by admin | Feb 7, 2019 | Family Law Help
Empathy and Family Law Family Law is an area of personal law, as opposed to corporate or commercial law, and as such, is often adversely impacted by the emotional turmoil generally experienced during the breakdown of a relationship. To help clients navigate...
by admin | Dec 21, 2018 | Domestic Violence
The Family Law Amendment (Family Violence and Other Measures) Bill 2018 On 1 September 2018 legislation came into effect that the government has promised will better protect vulnerable Australians experiencing family violence. The Family Law Amendment (Family...
by admin | Dec 20, 2018 | South Australian Law
LAWFUL INTERESTS UNDER THE SURVEILLANCE DEVICES ACT 2016 New smartphone apps and drones have made it easier than ever to listen to and record private conversations, but is this legal in South Australia? In this blog we will examine the Surveillance Devices Act 2016 of...
by admin | Nov 30, 2018 | Adelaide Lawyers, Property Law
If you are owed money, as a creditor, you are able to put a charge over the debtor’s property. This charge helps to secure the loan. A caveat may also be placed on the debtor’s property. A caveat serves as a warning to the public that another party holds an interest...
by admin | Nov 15, 2018 | Divorce Advice
Going through the process of divorce can be enough to give you a headache, but when your spouse goes “missing” it can become a real nightmare. This is especially true when you are busy trying to move on with your life, and you have no idea where your spouse has...
by admin | Nov 1, 2018 | Adelaide Lawyers, Business Law
What Is Disparagement? Simply put, in this context – disparagement means publicly saying or writing (for example, on Facebook) negative comments which are criticising a business, it’s property or products and services. The Legal Definition of disparagement is:...
by admin | Nov 1, 2018 | Business Law
The director’s duty to consider the company’s creditors Another thing for directors to worry about: is there a duty to creditors? Even when their company is doing well, directors have a lot on their plate. But things can quickly snowball when insolvency takes hold....
by admin | Oct 3, 2018 | Injury Law Advice
Am I entitled to make a medical negligence claim? If you have been injured as a result of incorrect medical advice or treatment, or due to negligent treatment from your medical provider, then you may be able to claim compensation for any losses you have incurred as a...
by admin | Oct 2, 2018 | Employment Law Advice
Are Your Casual Employees Really Casual? In this article, one of our employment lawyers illustrates the potential risk to employers who misunderstand the definition of a casual employee. Employment Contracts Vs The Legal Definition The case below illustrates what can...
by admin | Aug 30, 2018 | Defamation
Defamation Meaning The publication of material that is harmful to another person’s reputation is defamation, meaning it is material that brings a person into contempt, disrepute or ridicule. When Is Something Defamatory? It will depend on the context in which the...
by admin | Aug 28, 2018 | Wills & Estates Advice
Registering Relationships and Estate Planning Why Register your Relationship? Registering your relationship has a direct affect on your estate planning and your partners ability to carry out your wishes in relation to your estate. Estate Planning & Registered...
by admin | Jul 30, 2018 | Business Law
It is important with any agreement that the terms and conditions are adhered to, so as to prevent a breach, or even a fundamental breach giving the other party an option to terminate. In some circumstances, however, if a term in an agreement becomes contradictory to...
by admin | Jul 26, 2018 | Domestic Violence, Employment Law Advice
If you are experiencing violence in the home, you may be able to access support services that provide assistance in dealing with the impacts of family and domestic violence. Our family lawyers are here to help. Given the often limited availability of these services,...
by admin | Jul 23, 2018 | Wills & Estates Advice
Should something happen to you, it is important to plan ahead to ensure that your pet will continue to receive the love and care that you have provided them with throughout their life. Short Term Agreemnets For a short term arrangement, it is important to make sure...
by admin | Jul 22, 2018 | Injury Law Advice
I have injured myself in a public place, am I entitled to compensation? If you have incurred an injury in a public place you may be entitled to compensation, however this will depend on the circumstances of your slip, trip or fall (the accident). Personal Injury &...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Earlier this year, GST laws were amended to require specified purchasers to withhold GST amounts from the sales price and remit that amount to the ATO. We have compiled a list of the most important facts relevant to this change in the law. Q: From when will this law...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
What is a bankruptcy notice? Bankruptcy notices are formal document issued by the Australian Financial Security Authority (the Official Receiver) on the application of a creditor who has obtained a judgment debt of at least $5,000.00 against a debtor (the person who...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Establishing and operating a business is costly and time-consuming, so it’s no surprise that some areas of the business are neglected. All too often, we see businesses spending significant amounts on securing leases (with bank guarantees) and investing in expensive...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Restraining future employment – when will it be appropriate to protect the legitimate interest of the employer? Restraint of trade clauses can be used to limit an ex-employee’s freedom to pass on company information or work for a competitor for a set period of...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Phoenix activity is when a new company is registered in order to take over the activities of an insolvent or unsuccessful company. This is where the term ‘phoenix’ comes from, like a phoenix rising from the ashes. Phoenixing can be legitimate. What is illegal when it...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Since we are now coming up on a year following the unfair contract provisions which came into effect on 12 November 2016, we thought this would be a good time to review the most significant changes we have seen so far. For our previous discussion on unfair contract...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Since 1998 companies have been able to either adopt a constitution, the Replaceable Rules or a combination of the two. Replaceable Rules are “default rules” found in section 141 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (‘the Act’). They govern the powers of directors,...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Property Law
VOI stands for Verification of Identity and it is an important part of real estate transactions. At some stage, you will likely require a professional to act on your behalf in a property process at the LTO (Land Titles Office). This can include the sale or purchase of...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Property Law
Though they may appear to be the same thing at first glance, a lease and an agreement to lease are two separate documents with differing objectives; it is therefore important to be familiar with what their differences are. We provide a brief and simple breakdown of...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
Much like a contract, where if you can establish offer, acceptance, consideration and intention to create legal relations you can show a contract exists – with trusts, if you can establish intention to create a trust, what the trust property is and identify the...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Property Law
‘In Your Lease’ is an ongoing series where our resident lease experts offer their thoughts on common issues that arise when negotiating a lease or an extension to lease. This issue examines three common obligations found in Agreements to Lease and outlines...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
The Personal Property Securities Register is effectively a national online ‘noticeboard’ that allows you to see registered security interests over personal property, such as cars, boats, or artworks (but not including land or buildings). It can provide information to...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
There are some alternatives to bankruptcy. Proposing a debt agreement to your creditors is a means by which you may be able to avoid bankruptcy by compromising your debts. It is a binding agreement under Part IX of the Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth) (Act) where, if a...
by admin | Jun 28, 2018 | Business Law
I recently had someone call and enquire about what they needed to do to purchase a franchise overseas. I advised them it was not as straight forward as they might think and that the overseas franchise market was very different to Australia. There were many issues to...
by admin | Jun 27, 2018 | Business Law
Franchising or licensing can be an exciting and great endeavour to embark upon. There are differences between the 2 business models and it is important to understand how these business models are structured. FRANCHISING A franchisee will pay an initial fee to have...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
Effective for contracts entered into, renewed (or specific terms varied) on or after 12 November 2016, the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) (CCA) can be used by small businesses to avoid certain contractual terms that are ‘unfair’. Who benefits now? Small...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Adelaide Lawyers
It is understandable that some people may be apprehensive about seeing a lawyer. This could be due to fear of legal fees or the time it might take to finalise a matter. However, what prospective clients need to understand is that lawyers are crucially important and...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
In today’s market, lessors want to retain lessees whose leases have expired or find new lessees to fill vacant premises. Lease incentives are being offered by lessors to current lessees to keep them in the premises they have been operating from or are trying to...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
‘In Your Lease’ is an ongoing series where our resident lease experts offer their thoughts on common issues that arise when negotiating a lease or an extension to lease. This issue looks at relocation and redevelopment clauses. 1. What are...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
So you’ve decided on purchasing a franchise? This can be profitable but it’s also a risky investment. Make sure you consider these five things before franchising. 1. Resilient Business Model The franchisor does not have to have been in the marketplace for...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
Many companies have now jumped on to the social media band wagon, taking advantage of the vast networking and advertising opportunities that sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, You Tube and Instagram offer businesses. Whilst social media sites present...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Property Law
A franchise agreement can be caught by the Retail & Commercial Leases Act (“Act”) In order for an Agreement to be a “retail shop lease” it must: 1.1 Be “for value”- that is, the payment of rent or a fee is essential; 1.2 Grant or agree to grant a...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Employment Law
Employers find themselves confronted with numerous questions when members of staff resign or are dismissed from employment. Can those ex-employees work for competitors? Will they ‘poach’ clients? Will they lure existing staff into leaving? While employers feel...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
In April 2014, the Federal Government released a draft version of the proposed new Franchising Code of Conduct [the Code]. These proposed amendments will take effect in January 2015, and based on the draft, are likely to include: The introduction of a general duty on...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Employment Law
Barker v CBA Appeal Decision Pace Lawyers has represented Mr Barker in his pursuit of the CBA for the last 4 years. In its decision handed down this morning, the High Court held that the implied term of mutual trust and confidence still has no place in Australian...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Property Law
The Full Court of the Supreme Court has determined when a landlord of a retail shop lease can seek payment of land tax as an outgoing from a tenant. When the Retail and Commercial Leases Act 1995 (the Act) applies to a lease it exempts tenants from the payment of land...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Employment Law
Employers spend a great deal of time and money in the search for the perfect employee: someone who will excel in the demands of the role, whilst also fitting in with the company culture and ethos. It is understandable then, that employers want to know as much as they...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Personal Injury Law
On 13 December 2012, Magistrate Peter Snopek ruled in favour of Pace Lawyers & Adelaide Legal’s client (let’s call him “Andy”) granting him more time to make a claim for personal injuries resulting from a motor vehicle accident. Under South Australian law, a claim...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Employment Law
As lawyers, we often assist employers in the drafting of company grievance procedures, either by way of a formal stand alone Grievance Policy, as part of a suite of corporate policies or by incorporating the internal complaints process as part of the Contract of...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Employment Law
What acts reference age-based discrimination? Both the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) and the Age Discrimination Act 2004 (Cth) prevent employers from age-based discrimination. These Acts apply whether an employee or prospective employee is young or mature-aged. They...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
Directors Personal Liability Historically, to attach personal liability to a director, the Commissioner had to issue a Director Penalty Notice (DPN) allowing 21 days for a director to take action to avoid personal liability, ie by making the company to pay the debt or...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Business Law
More and more employers in South Australia seem to be making the move and outsourcing parts of their business overseas. This may involve job losses, either by way of redundancy or by otherwise terminating the employment contract, or simply by affecting an employee’s...
by admin | Jun 24, 2018 | Employment Law
What are the New Workplace Bullying Laws? The Federal Government recently announced its intention to amend the existing laws on workplace bullying to allow complaints to be brought before the Fair Work Commission (FWC), rather than via work health and safety...
