Interview questions you can’t ask
August 1, 2022An employer’s potential liability for workplace discrimination arises before the first interview and exists whether or not a decision is made to hire a person. A job interview is integral to the recruitment process and provides an opportunity for the...
[Read More...]Farm succession planning – striking a balance
May 31, 2022The diversity of a family farming enterprise amidst the dynamics of the family unit can raise challenging and complex issues. The topic of succession planning is often highly emotive. The respective contributions from individuals to the farming enterprise are likely...
[Read More...]Buying and selling property under an option agreement
Buying and selling real estate via an ‘option deed’ has gained popularity over the past, particularly in a growing property development market. Option deeds may be used for the acquisition of a site for future development and can be drafted...
[Read More...]Domestic violence and peace & good behaviour orders
Relationship difficulties and breakdowns are a sad reality of modern life. Difficulties can arise in any relationship - with your spouse or partner, your ex, adult children, at work, even between flatmates. In today’s high pressure, fast-paced world, relationship difficulties...
[Read More...]What a Will Kit doesn’t do
April 21, 2022There are various ‘Will Kits’ available on-line – most are cheap or ‘free’ and all you need to do is download them and fill in the blanks. Many websites boast that you can prepare your Will ‘without spending hundreds of...
[Read More...]Minimising directors’ liability – deeds of indemnity, access and insurance
Company directors have many responsibilities when carrying out their duties. Generally, company directors and officers are not personally liable for a company’s debts. Certain circumstances however can arise where directors may find themselves facing legal or other regulatory action exposing...
[Read More...]If an Employer breaches an employment contract can its restrictions be enforced?
Employment contracts often contain restraint of trade clauses seeking to restrict employees from engaging in certain conduct that may adversely affect the business. Although restraint provisions apply during and after the employment relationship, they are most frequently tested once an...
[Read More...]You said what? About defamation claims
March 26, 2021‘He said’, ‘she said’, ‘they said’. Defamation cases can attract a lot of attention in the media, particularly when they involve well-known celebrities like Rebel Wilson or Geoffrey Rush, however, are not exclusive to those with a high profile. The...
[Read More...]Why you should have your domestic building contract reviewed
Whether you are renovating an existing home or building from scratch, most domestic building contracts involve considerable sums of money. In fact, entering a building contract may be one of the most significant financial transactions you undertake. Despite the excitement...
[Read More...]How the PPSR protects purchasers of personal property
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a national, electronic register of security interests in personal property. The PPSR was established on 30 January 2012 with the aim of protecting buyers of personal property where an existing security interest exists...
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