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Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022– what it means for employers and employees

By |2023-01-19T01:55:22+00:00January 19th, 2023|COMMERCIAL LAW, LEGAL NEWS|

On 6 December 2022, the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 (the Act) was enacted. The Act amends and introduces a number of workplace laws, and  introduces new objectives to promote job security and promote gender equality.  Some of the key changes are as follows: Fixed Term Employment Contracts The Act seeks to limit the use of fixed-term contracts.  Employers can [...]

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Mutual Wills and Blended Families

By |2023-01-19T01:53:16+00:00January 19th, 2023|ESTATE LAW|

What is a Mutual Will? A mutual will is a legally binding contract between two parties, containing a promise that they will not revoke their wills which are subject of the contract upon the passing of one of them, without the consent of the other party or their personal legal representative. They provide protection for property that is brought into a relationship for the benefit [...]

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Mobile phone use while driving, here is what you need to know

By |2022-12-22T04:12:13+00:00December 22nd, 2022|CRIMINAL LAW|

There are significant consequences for using your mobile while driving with only few exceptions in New South Wales. In March 2020, New South Wales became the first State to implement the use of mobile phone detection cameras. The cameras utilise high-definition and infra-red flash to capture a clear image inside the front cabin of your motor vehicle. The images captured are then reviewed by artificial [...]

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Improvements in Family Law following the introduction of the new Court

By |2022-12-14T22:26:49+00:00December 14th, 2022|FAMILY LAW|

Prior to September 2021 family law disputes were heard by either the Family Court or the Federal Circuit Court depending on the nature and complexity of the case.  The two Courts were then merged to create the new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with a single point of entry, intended to give families more efficient access to justice.  More than a year on, [...]

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What will happen if I’m charged with drink driving this festive season?

By |2022-12-30T23:23:58+00:00December 14th, 2022|CRIMINAL LAW|

In New South Wales it is a serious offence to drive a motor vehicle while your Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol (PCA) levels are higher than permitted for the category of driver’s licence you hold. It’s the festive season and police are out in force to protect the community. For some, it can be difficult to judge whether they are over the legal limit before getting [...]

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Shareholder, Unitholder and Partnership Agreements: What terms should be agreed?

By |2022-11-16T03:35:23+00:00November 16th, 2022|COMMERCIAL LAW|

Having a well drafted shareholder, unitholder or partnership agreement for your company, unit trust or business partnership helps govern the relationship between parties whilst in business together and when the business relationship comes to an end.   It sets the framework for decision-making within the business and the process for a business partner to exit the business (which can be voluntarily or involuntarily).  It can minimise [...]

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Considerations when selling a property with a swimming pool

By |2022-11-16T03:30:11+00:00November 16th, 2022|PROPERTY LAW|

There are many issues to consider before you decide to list your property on the market for sale. One important issue arises if the property has a swimming pool or spa. Under the Regulations, any Contract for the sale of a property which has a swimming pool or spa must include a valid certificate of compliance (or non-compliance) as well as a valid Registration Certificate [...]

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What to Consider When Buying a Rural Property

By |2022-10-20T00:46:39+00:00October 20th, 2022|PROPERTY LAW|

The COVID-19 pandemic saw an unprecedented rise in city dwellers wanting to relocate to rural regions to have a better work life balance. However, when buying a rural property, purchasers should fully assess the suitability of the land for their intended purpose and issues which don’t usually arise when buying in suburban Sydney must be considered, such as access rights, water licences, enclosed roads, chemical [...]

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