Restraint of trade clauses are often found in employment or shareholder agreements. Their purpose is to protect business interests such as client information, intellectual property, employees and trade secrets, by restricting the behavior of previous employees or shareholders. However, the extent to which a business can restrict an employee’s or a former director’s activities through… Read More
An ‘AVO’ refers to an ‘Apprehended Violence Order’, issued by a court against a person who has made another person feel fearful of assault, harassment, violence or intimidation. There are two types of Apprehended Violence Orders: Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO), which is issued where the two parties are married, family, or in a de… Read More
What Is the Difference Between a Barrister and a Solicitor? Barristers and solicitors are legal professionals who may assist you with legal matters. The difference between a barrister and a solicitor is the type of legal work they do. In general, a barrister specialises in making court appearances and speaking on your behalf. By contrast,… Read More
Spousal maintenance is a responsibility you or your former partner might have to financially support the other person after separation or divorce. Spousal maintenance is not automatic and, in most cases, is only payable where one partner cannot reasonably support themselves and the other person has the capacity to pay maintenance. It may be a… Read More
If you have been involved in family law matters, then you may be familiar with the section 75(2) factors. This section of the Family Law Act relates to adjusting a property settlement based on the contributions of the parties. It also considers factors which can “soften” the effect of looking at a property settlement. In… Read More