Statement of Wishes in Terms of How Children are Raised
How you wish your child to be raised after your passing can be detailed in a ‘Statement of Wishes’ that accompanies your will.
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How to Protect Your Estate from Being Contested
One of the most unseemly things that can occur after a loved one passes away is a family squabble about the terms of the deceased’s will.
What is Supply Chain Finance and How Does it Work?
In business a frequent cause of disquiet and disruption are disputes around payment terms between an enterprise and its suppliers.
I’ve Been Left Out of a Will. Can I Make a Claim?
There are many reasons why someone who expected to be provided for in a deceased person’s will might be left out.
Will Workers’ Compensation Laws Help if Your Employee is Killed or Injured While Working from Home?
A recent decision by the NSW Court of Appeal in March 2020 has given employers some guidance in determining the scope of possible claims under workers’ compensation schemes, even in the highly unusual circumstances of the case in question.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
