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Extension to Insolvency Relief Measures

On 7th September 2020 the Federal Government announced that they would be extending the Insolvency Relief measures that were legislated in March 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Can I live with my partner if we are divorcing?

The simple answer is yes provided that the marriage has broken down irretrievably.

Managing Div7a Issues: how to not owe your own business money

This is the second article in our 4-part series on 'Preparing for the Precipice: a post JobKeeper economy.'

Preparing for the Precipice: changes to JobKeeper

As you are aware the JobKeeper Payment in its current form will cease on 27th September 2020. However, on 21st July the Government advised that JobKeeper will be extended in a..

What is the biggest risk to a business? People

How important are your employees?

What is a de facto relationship?

Some people may worry that when they enter into a relationship they will be classified as de facto, which in turn has an impact on whether they may be exposed to a claim for a..

Why wait? The defence of laches

When confronted with a potential litigation there are usually 2 responses:

3 Issues to Avoid When Purchasing Property

Purchasing a property is a very big investment so Purchasers should do their due diligence prior to signing the Contract for Sale (“Contract”) and also during the purchase process.

A major shock for employers of casual employees

In the last week there has been a significant decision that has come as a major shock to employers of casual employees. In the case of Workpac v Rosatto, the Full Bench of the..

What can go wrong with a Contract for Sale?

There are many issues which could arise when entering into a sale or to purchase a Contract for Sale. It is critical for individuals and companies to seek legal advice before..