Requesting Employees to Work on Public Holidays
On 28 March 2023, the Federal Court ruled in Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union v OS MCAP Pty Ltd [2023] FCAFC 51 that employers must notify employees that… Read More
Wills & Estates
Wills and estates can be a confusing topic for many people. However, it is crucial to understand what a will is, how it works, and why you should have one…. Read More
Understanding Copyright Law
What is copyright? Copyright is the exclusive right of owners to protect certain creative works from being copied or reproduced by others, without permission. What types of work does copyright… Read More
Family Law – What Happens to Superannuation Upon Separation?
When couples separate, a property settlement is one way of determining who owns what assets. This can be straightforward when the assets are clearly defined – such as a house,… Read More
Why Do I Need a Will?
Around 40% of Australians do not have a will, with the majority of that group citing procrastination as the main reason for not having made a will. But when unexpected… Read More
What is Litigation?
Litigation is a way of resolving disputes through the court system. Disputes fall into one of two following classifications: civil or criminal. Civil Litigation Civil cases involves a dispute between… Read More