ArticleSakr appeal (Remuneration of liquidators) successfulNew South Wales is now aligned with all other states in the Commonwealth and the Federal Court on this important issue.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticlePre-litigation discovery in Queensland: is it possible?For pre-litigation or preliminary discovery in Queensland, litigants may seek interrogatories and Norwich Pharmacal orders.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleElectronic contracts and the digitisation of business processesMoving to e-contracts saves time and resources, but digitising office processes requires a change in business culture.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleNew rating tool for developersDiscussion about the new rating tool for developers in NSW.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleSolar farm compliance costs - How safe is the construction of your solar farm?Article recommends you conduct a risk assessment at your solar construction project to eliminate or control the identified risks.AustraliaComplianceColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleCritical new reportable conduct laws to commence in the child care industry in VictoriaThe scheme will regulate how employers in the industry identify, investigate and respond to child safety allegations.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticlePay increases under enterprise agreement withheld in response to COVID-19Variations to enterprise agreements may preserve the financial viability for some businesses during this COVID-19 crisis.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Colin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleQueensland: COVID-19 Emergency Response Bill 2020 - Commercial landlords and tenantsQld Bill aims to mitigate impact of COVID-19 by enabling new regulations that will govern retail landlords & tenants.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Colin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleCollecting employee travel information in times of COVID-19: balancing WHS and privacy obligationsFWC upholds dismissal of employee for refusing COVID-19-specific travel information.AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleDoes the BOOT (Better Off Overall Test) fit - when bargaining for a new enterprise agreement?Recent variations to modern awards will impact how employers should approach bargaining for new enterprise agreements.AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleHigh Court confirms union entitlement to represent non-membersA registered industrial association is entitled to apply for an order on behalf of industrial interests of a non-member.AustraliaEmployment and HRColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleSeparated but not divorced? It is even more important for you to have a Will!The period between separation and finalising a divorce and property settlement risks intestacy if there is no Will.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleBusiness Securitisation Fund is good news for SMEsThis proposed fund would enhance SME access to funds and aims to prioritise investment in underdeveloped sectors.AustraliaFinance and BankingColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleGovernment proposes changes for financial reportingProposed changes increase the thresholds for determining a large proprietary company under the Corporations Act 2001.AustraliaFinance and BankingColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleSafe harbour reforms to Corporations Act 2001. Is it safe to trade on?Directors may be protected from liability for insolvent trading under certain circumstances. .AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleProfessional sport and the dangerous recreational activity defenceNSW court considered whether the dangerous recreational activity defence applies in the context of a professional horse race.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleScene set for the parliamentary inquiry into litigation funding and class action regulationOrganisations and individuals can make a submission related to the inquiry's terms of reference by 11 June 2020.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleDamage caused to a hotel business due to unperformed landlord workAssessing damages in these conditions could be difficult and imprecise, so certain subjective assessments may be needed.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleQueensland extends rent relief for commercial tenantsThe Qld government recently introduced regulations that effectively extend the window for tenants to seek rent relief.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleGet on board - bitesize legal insights for the transport sectorThe mini-videos include capital raising, COVID-19 and FIRB developments affecting the transport and logistics industry.AustraliaTransportColin Biggers & Paisley