The Fair Work Ombudsman has sent a reminder that the new Closing Loopholes workplace laws start today, 26 August 2024. If any of these apply to you, click the link: – Casuals – Right to...
The courts have found a company can be wound up for insolvency even though its debt is in dispute. In a recent case, a receiver and manager had been appointed by Westpoint over a company's assets...
The government has announced that the ACCC, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, will be given responsibility to police how businesses pass on the carbon price and for ensuring they do...
A recent court decision against the directors of a major company demonstrates how demanding are a director's duties when approving financial statements. To meet those demands, boards may seek to...
Astroturfing refers to an orchestrated expression of support for a cause, product, service or policy designed to give the impression of a grassroots movement. Under Australian law, if a business...
The amount of the excess payable by an owners corporation when a claim is made on a home owner's warranty insurance policy in relation to common property building defects has now been determined...
News of data security breaches at major organisations that reveal thousands of individuals' personal information is not uncommon these days. Privacy impact assessments can be an important method...