27 April 2020
As an increasing number of Australians move into retirement villages, or the popular “Over 55 Lifestyle Estates,” it is important to view the issues that can arise and the different types of arrangements that Retirement Village Operators may use. While this may seem like a simple, straight-forward process, the purchase of a unit in a […]
» Read More20 April 2020
How to protect your equity in your house or assets against claims from unsecured creditors In today’s world it is risky being in business. Your assets, including your house, can be on the line. One of the most effective strategies you can put in place to protect your assets is commonly referred to as a […]
» Read More17 April 2020
The Terms and Conditions (Ts & Cs) of Trade go to the heart of any relationship with a business and its customers and/or clients. It is important that any business has clear and unequivocal Ts & Cs to ensure commercial expediency when forming a contract with their customers. It is the cornerstone of being able […]
» Read More14 April 2020
One of the most important assets of any business is its employees and it is imperative that when you are buying or selling a business, you appreciate how they are going to be dealt with during the process. It is very important that you get expert legal advice in relation to your obligations with employee […]
» Read More31 March 2020
The Commonwealth Government has moved quickly it would seem to stop foreign nationals buying up Australian assets at bargain basement prices in the current crisis. The threshold for any foreign investment from Sunday 29 March 2020 is now $0. The Treasurer announced that all proposed foreign investments into Australia subject to the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers […]
» Read More30 March 2020
Embarking into the world of business requires careful planning and an understanding of your legal and financial obligations. There are several ways of entering into business. You can buy an existing business, buy the shareholding in an existing corporate business, buy a franchise or set a business up from scratch. On the other side of […]
» Read More25 March 2020
To say that commercial landlords and tenants are facing challenging times is an understatement! The effects of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 are pushing countless businesses to the limit. The lease relationship is crucial to the businesses and finances of both landlords and tenants, and the lease document is at the centre of this. The age-old […]
» Read More23 March 2020
In Australia a consumer is protected when they purchase any goods and services by the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Act). A consumer is a person or corporation who acquires: goods or services normally meant for personal or household purposes any other type of goods or services costing less than $40,000 a commercial road vehicle or […]
» Read More19 March 2020
Employers all over the country are struggling with how to look after and manage their workforce and employees. There is no doubt we are in unprecedented times not just here in Australia but across the globe. Employers and businesses are facing significant workplace health and safety, logistic, supply chain and financial issues and pressures. An […]
» Read More17 March 2020
In these increasingly uncertain times, both in Australia and globally with Coronavirus (COVID-19) the terms Force Majeure and Frustration is increasingly being discussed in the context of commercial contracts. What is Force Majeure? This is commonly known as the ‘Act of God’ clause. In very simple terms it is an event beyond the control of […]
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Brisbane QLD 4000
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Maroochydore, Qld 4558
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