Certain obligations, including tax, superannuation, workplace safety and environmental compliance, can apply directly to directors even where work is outsourced.

Who is an Officer? How do I know if I am an Officer? ASIC v King. Key takeaways.

When terminating an employee, employers must provide an employment separation certificate upon request.

Advantages & disadvantages of paying contractors with an equity stake & considerations before paying contractors in shares.

The Australian 2025 Home Package introduces stricter energy efficiency requirements for new home builds.

Changing your court location is possible but not guaranteed.

The law treats Christmas casuals the same as any other casual workers, so employers must follow the Award requirements.

Outlines the benefits of seconding employees within your business & highlights the legal & practical matters to note.

Construction companies should reassess compliance strategies following recent changes to regulations.

Any potential franchisee needs to be provided with 14 days to review the legal documents supplied before signing.

COVID-19 has been a very difficult time to keep many businesses afloat. If you are currently running a business, you have likely had to quickly adapt to maintain your cash flow.

Ambiguous make good provisions are a leading source of commercial lease disputes, as courts interpret undefined terms from context rather than the parties’ intent, often producing outcomes neither party anticipated and litigation costs that exceed the cost of careful drafting.

As a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, there are very uncertain times ahead for the economy. Protective measures such as banning ...

Fraudulent misrepresentation occurs when one party deliberately makes a false statement to deceive another into entering a contract. Unlike innocent or negligent misrepresentation, fraud requires proof of dishonest intent, making it one of the most serious claims in contract law. This article explores what fraudulent misrepresentation means, how to identify it, and what remedies are available if you have been misled.

Labour market testing is a type of recruitment campaign a business must conduct if it wishes to sponsor a foreign worker.

When you introduce new investors, you must utilise the correct legal documents to protect your business.

You do not have to pay someone if they take part in a vocational placement or no employment relationship exists.

Conduct proper due diligence & understand legal issues before signing to prevent costly disputes & secure franchise success.

When using social media to grow your business, be mindful of intellectual property, privacy laws and advertising standards.

Explores the legal landscape surrounding spam text messages in NZ.