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Independent Contractors: Some Welcome Certainty from the High Court

Independent Contractors: Some Welcome Certainty from the High Court

The High Court just delivered two landmark judgments that have changed the way courts decide whether "contractors" are really employees. It is important to understand what has changed and what has stayed the same, to make sure your organisation stays compliant. Read our latest blog to find out how these judgments affect your organisation.

Employee Due Diligence: What to Consider When Buying or Selling a Business

Employee Due Diligence: What to Consider When Buying or Selling a Business

Buyers should conduct a thorough investigation of all key aspects of a business before deciding whether to buy it and if so for what price, and employee matters are a key consideration. Sellers must be prepared to provide adequate information in response to these requests otherwise they may lose a potential buyer, however there are many issues they must consider when preparing a response. This article examines some of the key considerations both parties must manage during the due diligence process.

How To Not Be a Spammer

How To Not Be a Spammer

Electronic communications are a key communication method for most organisations. It's important to know whether the Spam Act 2003 (Cth) (Act) applies to each communication and, if it does, make sure the communication doesn’t amount to a breach of that Act. Otherwise, your organisation might face significant fines and other consequences. This article explains what kinds of communications are regulated by the Act and what your organisations needs to do to not be a spammer.

The Council refused my Development Application, what do I do now?

The Council refused my Development Application, what do I do now?

It is disappointing to spend so much time and money preparing a development application only to have it refused. It is important to know you have options – which option is best for you will predominantly depend on what your application was for and the reasons the Council has given for the refusal, which it should inform you of in writing.