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The New Industrial Relations Reforms for Casual Workers
Disclaimer: Since the publishing of this article, the Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery) Act 2021 has come into force. Please use caution if you are citing legislative material from this article as laws are subject to change. We...
Debt Collection Basics For Business
If you are owed money for goods or services, the first step in attempting to recover it is generally to send a letter of demand to the other party. This letter should set out the amount of money outstanding, a cut-off time to respond by, and notice that if no response...
Independent Contractor v Employee
Ongoing structural shifts within the workforce have exacerbated the importance of a clear distinction between employees and independent contractors. Flexible working-from-home arrangements and the rise of the gig economy have attracted the global workforce to a...
What is the Difference between a Justice of the Peace and a Notary Public?
A Notary Public and Justice of the Peace are both individuals who offer services in order to verify identity and authenticate true copies of documents. To ensure that you are receiving the most appropriate service, however, it is essential to identify the differences...
Accessing Digital Assets – Estate Planning Essentials
The recent death of Gerald Cotten, former Chief Executive Officer of Canadian cryptocurrency exchange company, Quadriga CX, emphasises the importance of planning your electronic after-life. Mr Cotton’s death in India at the age of 30 has reiterated the chaos that can...
Inheritances and Family Law
Families and money can sometimes be a volatile combination. In circumstances where a divorce or separation occurs and a new will isn’t drafted, complications can arise. In this blog, we review what it means to have an inheritance included in the asset pool of a...
Family Law and Going to Court
When a relationship or marriage ends, people often fear that they will need to go to court to deal with the separation of joint assets and liabilities, and arrangements for their children. This can be extremely stressful for those involved. Do I need to go to Court?...
Is Money From Family a Gift or a Loan When Separating?
It is becoming increasingly common that couples receive financial assistance from their parents. This can be through the transfer of property, the giving of money or both. Although helpful for major financial decisions such as the purchase of property, this assistance...