Anti-Dumping Laws to be revamped
Both the Federal Opposition and the AWU have been involved in campaigns to force changes to Australia’s anti-dumping framework. Separately the Government commissioned former Premier of Victoria, [...]
Redundancy Consultation
It is an unfortunate result of our current economic times that some employers are being forced to make redundancies. There are various risks attached if the process isn’t fair and in accordance [...]
FWA on independent contractors
FWA on Independent Contractors Commissioner Gooley indicated in the recent Fair Work Commission decision of Tomer Rabba v PeleGuy Pty Ltd T/A PeleGuy (U2012/11902) on 10 January 2013 that this is [...]
Swimming Pools Amendment Act 2012 (NSW)
In Deep Water – Does your swimming pool comply? In an attempt to minimise the number of drowning incidents in backyard swimming pools, the NSW Government has recently introduced legislation [...]
Vacant Possession
What does “Vacant Possession” mean and what should you expect on settlement of your property? When acting for a purchaser in property transactions, we are sometimes met with circumstances where [...]
Housekeeping List
This time of year, hopefully before you are back in the full swing of things, is an ideal time to take a step back and look at your business. You should ask yourself a few vital questions about [...]