While Australia has had incredible success so far in “flattening the curve” and avoiding the horrific death rates happening in other parts of the world, a sad reality of life is that the usual cycle of life and death continues and with this the administration of estates.
Read MoreA dismissal will be unfair where it is harsh, unjust or unreasonable. In those circumstances the employee can make a claim for compensation or even reinstatement. Dismissing an employee where there is still work available, despite a downturn, could be harsh or unreasonable.
Read MoreIf you’re stuck at home because of Covid-19 regulations and worried about the health implications of this pandemic, you may be tempted to grab a pen and piece of paper and quickly write out your own Will. Without the proper legal advice, you may not get it right.
Read MoreOne of the biggest concerns business owners currently have is what is the impact if they are unable to pay their bills given the dramatic changes to business cashflow.
Read MoreA number of cruise ships are currently stranded in Australian Waters off the coasts of Western Australia and New South Wales. They have been directed not to dock at local ports but have many sick passengers on board. This poses problems not easily fixed.
Read MoreThe Federal Government has released the Code that will deal with how commercial landlords and tenants must deal with rent payments and evictions during Covid-19.
Read MoreThe Federal Government has announced a moratorium on evictions for commercial tenants and a mandatory code for landlords and tenants. However, how to handle leases and rents is a little more complicated in the situation where a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) is a landlord of commercial property.
Read MoreThe current times of extreme uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 are a reminder for us all to consider how we can prepare ourselves for what could eventuate. Self-isolation highlights the importance of creating a Financial and Personal Enduring Power of Attorney.
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You may have heard reports of Family Violence being on the increase under Covid-19 restrictions. Sam McGee explains that “violence” under the law mean more than just physical harm.
Read MoreLachlan has an update on employment law covering safe work at home and temporary changes to awards by Fair Work.
Read MoreWe are now seeing contracts that can’t be completed due to Covid-19 shutdown or staff illness. If this is affecting you, what are your options?
Read MoreMany people are wondering if the environment under Covid-19 means they are able to change their Family Law property settlement. Sam McGee shares why Courts are usually reluctant to do so.
Read MoreHow Covid-19 has triggered the Biosecurity Act’s provisions
Read MoreOne question our well-intentioned clients frequently ask is 'can I stand my employees down until this is over?'.
Read MoreIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the family law courts have been introducing practice directions of special measures in response to this evolving situation.
Read MoreThere are many questions about co-parenting in the current pandemic environment. This fact sheet will answer many of them for you.
Read MoreWorried about the impact Covid-19 will have on Family Law assets. There is help at hand.
Read MoreIf you need a document signed urgently that requires directors and you can’t access them all due to Covid-19, having a company power of attorney in place may provide the means for your business to sign the document in the absence of the person who is unvailable.
Read MoreWith covid-19 or conroavirus now being upgraded to a pandemic, business owners may be wondering how to deal with the impact this may have upon their employees and leave. The short answer is that if an employee has or is suspected to have coronavirus, you should treat them as if they were away from work due to any other illness. However, as we all could of guessed.. it isn't quite that simple.
Read MoreBills for debts incurred while someone is alive may continue to arrive after their passing. They can't be ignored so who is responsible for paying them?
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