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The Legality of Cash in Hand Wages in Australia
Some businesses choose to pay their employees cash in hand wages rather than transferring them to a nominated bank account. Whilst this method is generally believed to be illegal, that is not necessarily the case. Employers must meet their obligations to their...
Leaving Your Relationship – Five Things to Do Before You Walk Out the Door
In Australia, both marriages and de facto relationships are recognised by law, therefore when couples split, there are legal considerations which must be dealt with before leaving your relationship. 1. Gather important documents and protect your information Before...
3 Tips You Need to Know When Choosing a Family Law Solicitor
Family Law matters can be an emotionally daunting and a challenging experience for all parties involved. For this reason, it is extremely important that you choose a family law solicitor who will be able to provide you with valuable legal advice and assistance during...
Applying for a Director Identification (Director ID) Number
With the enactment of the new laws, all current company directors and anyone who wishes to become one, will be required to obtain a unique director identification (Director ID or DIN) number. This will be administered by a new national registry service, the Australian...
What Does ‘Best Interests of the Child’ in Family Law Mean?
The term 'best interests of the child' is a common phrase used in family law legislation. Its meaning and interpretation is frequently discussed in case law involving parenting disputes. In this blog, we will review this cornerstone principle of the family law courts,...
Trademarking a Business with a Geographical Place Name
Many businesses choose to include a geographical place in their business name. Using a suburb or location communicates to customers where a business is located or from where their products originate. This is effective in helping to build a local client base and...
The Pitfalls of Release of Deposit Clauses
The usual procedure in contracts for sale of land During the usual procedure for the exchange of contracts for a property, the purchaser gives to the vendor’s agent the cheque for the deposit. The deposit is consideration given by the purchaser to the vendor and it is...
The Hidden Costs of Buying a House
Disclaimer: Since the publishing of this article, the New South Wales State Government has announced a 20 year plan to replace stamp duty with a property land tax. Please use caution if you are citing legislative material from this article as laws are subject to...