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During COVID we have seen various new companies coming to fruition. Some of these have been months in the making and others are being created overnight. It is very important that when creating these new companies you research and decide which business structure will suit you best. Understanding the legal obligations and issues that may arise when setting up a small business will ensure you [...]
The current Covid-19 climate and the restrictions in place across Greater Sydney and now Newcastle and the Hunter area, have made it difficult to grapple with what we can and cannot do in most aspects of our daily lives. If you have Court Orders, a Parenting Plan or an informal agreement as to parenting or care arrangements for children, knowing what is permitted under the [...]
Employers have the right to ask employees if they have been vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to try to maintain a workplace safe from infection. This does not mean that vaccinations can be mandated by an employer, noting that the Prime Minister has repeatedly confirmed that “the vaccination program in Australia is free and not mandatory”. In practice where employers are aware of the vaccination [...]
What does the most recent round of NSW and Commonwealth Regulations mean for me and my business? With almost daily changes to restrictions, rapidly introduced legislation, increases to police powers and an adapting workplace environment staying on top of your obligations to both clients and your employees can be difficult. To provide a calm and safe environment and avoid the significant penalties which can be [...]
The Real Property Amendment (Certificates of Title) Act 2021 will make significant changes to land holding in New South Wales. Under this Act, all paper Certificate of Title will be cancelled which will facilitate the electronic lodgement of all land transactions in New South Wales. Paper Certificates of Title will no longer have any legal effect from 11 October 2021. Instead of a paper [...]
On the 14th of July the New South Wales Government published the Retail and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19) Regulation 2021. The primary objective of these new regulations is to restrict the rights of landlords under retail and other commercial leases to take action for a breach of lease by the tenant if the tenant has been 'impacted' by COVID-19. A tenant is "impacted" if they qualify [...]
Any Awning extending over public land, such as footpaths or roads, can threaten the safety of the public, and NSW has introduced changes to ensure building owners are act responsibly when installing awnings that extend over such land. Following a fatal accident in Balgowlah due to the collapse of an awning, the Deputy State Coroner conducted an investigation and prepared a report. Report by the [...]
We are pleased to announce that from 1 July 2021 Matthew Coulter will be appointed as a principal of WMD Law. Matthew has been working in our Commercial Division for over 8 years providing advice and representation to corporations, registered clubs and small businesses in relation to Commercial and Corporate Advice, Commercial Litigation and Employment Law. Matthew can assist you with all aspects of commercial law [...]
Starting a new job can be an exciting prospect, however you should ensure that you have read and fully understood any Employment Agreement issued by your employer before you go ahead and sign on the dotted line. We have outlined some important terms to review in your Employment Agreement below. Simple Facts Although it may seem straight forward, it is important to ensure that [...]
We are delighted to formally announce our most recent acquisition by the firm. Since 1 February 2021, Gulisano & Associates have been part of WMD Law. We recently celebrated this occasion with some of Gulisano & Associates clients, click here to watch our short video. Who are Gulisano & Associates? Gulisano & Associates are a well-respected and long-established practice in Menai. The principal of Gulisano [...]
