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The new regime aims to reduce regulatory barriers and compliance costs for businesses trying to raise money through CSF.

The system in relation to adverse action claims is flawed as it encourages and protects unmeritorious claims.

Employers should document any disciplinary processes, and all matters they consider before taking disciplinary action.

The company showed a complete lack of safe work systems and processes to address hazards and safety risks at work.

The High Court will hear an appeal about the dismissal of a government employee for tweeting highly critical comments.

Changes made by the Closing Loopholes No 2 Act and the implications for business and workers.

The anti-bullying provisions have a broad reach and stretch beyond the traditional limitations of employer and employee.

Some employers pay insurance companies to manage employee work-related injury claims and compensation.

A recent Court decision contains important findings for councils assessing applications pursuant to Part 5 of the EPA Act.

Trustees are not necessarily confined to the provisions of a testamentary life estate, but can sometimes be assisted by the statutory powers in the Trustee Act.

When does a romantic relationship cross the legal threshold into a de facto relationship, and what are the financial consequences when it doesn't? The landmark case of Cizek & Mihov reveals how a decade-long relationship involving substantial financial support can still fail to meet the legal definition, leaving one partner with no property settlement rights despite years of apparent commitment.

Let's face it: family relationships can be tricky and no family is perfect.

Understanding when a relationship becomes legally recognised as de facto in Australia is more complex than many believe. This article examines the legal framework under the Family Law Act 1975, exploring how courts assess relationships of varying durations and what factors truly determine de facto status beyond the commonly misunderstood two-year threshold.

A company goes into receivership when an independent person is appointed to protect the interests of a secured creditor.

Summary of the factual background and proceedings, as well as some key take-aways from the Walton decision.

Trade mark is a valuable business asset that gives the owner the exclusive right to use the trade mark.

Arbitrators' discretionary powers must be balanced with the requirements of the natural justice principle at all times.