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Interim orders and interim proceedings in Family Law
Court orders are the legally binding declarations made by judges which resolve a dispute and outline the obligations which each party must perform. Family law proceedings are often quite lengthy — with some parties waiting years for a final hearing — so interim orders...
Getting it Right the First Time in Family Law Matters
The ancient doctrine of res judicata still resonates in Australian courts today. Res judicata is a Latin phrase that translates to “a matter decided” and refers to the preclusion of claims from litigation when they have already been decided with finality and merit....
Genuine Redundancy and the Importance of Consultation
Disclaimer: The directives in this article relating to the COVID-19 pandemic may no longer be in force. Please use caution if you are citing legislative material from this article as laws are subject to change. We recommend that you seek the most up-to-date law. The...
Correcting your credit history for victims of fraudulent activities
Fraudulent activities (including identity theft or credit card theft) are some of Australia’s most common crimes. As a victim of fraud, you may experience an unexpected dip in your credit score as a result of subsequent late payments and high credit utilisation. The...
Am I Liable For the Voluntary Assumption of Risk of My Employees?
In this article, we identify the liabilities involved in the voluntary assumption of risk and how to avoid breaching duty of care. In March 2010, a security guard sued his employer and the owner of Lidcombe Power Centre, for PTSD resulting from an intruder threatening...
Can I Be Fired For What I Post on Social Media?
The expectation to maintain professionalism as an employee is a crucial responsibility. In the age of social media, the need to act in accordance with company policies and preserve company reputation has evolved into an assumed etiquette. The Fair Work Commission has...
I am My Ex-Partner’s Employer. Can I Terminate Their Employment?
It is not uncommon for people to meet their partner in the workplace or employ their spouse or partner in their small business to provide additional support and reduce labour costs. Disputes may arise if your ex-partner starts causing problems in the workplace through...
Deceptive Similarity in a Craft Beer Trade Mark Dispute
A trade mark that distinguishes one trader’s goods from another is a valuable asset, however a recent Federal Court case concerning craft beer has demonstrated that registered trade marks are not always protected from cancellation in a trade mark dispute. In the case...