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ArticleNew reforms to the Fair Work Act apply to employers and franchisorsThese reforms address widespread concern into the exploitation of vulnerable workers through underpayment or coercion.AustraliaEmployment and HRClarkeKann Lawyers
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ArticleThe "Viridian Case" and the Test of Body Corporate "Reasonableness"The High Court judgement has had significant implications for bodies corporate.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleCK Alert: Contract indemnities – why the fuss?Indemnities can provide certainty and can be useful to shift liability to the party best placed to manage the risks.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleA win for councils - Court of Appeal overturns decision that council resolution is a policy relating to floodingRecent decision provides clarity on obligations of council when issuing planning certificates pursuant to s 10.7 of the Act.AustraliaEnvironmentClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleQ&A with Brett Draffen of Mirvac - Developing AustraliaThe Chinese are now entering as developers, particularly in the residential sector, and undertaking much larger projects.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleHow can you avoid unfair contract terms?This article will provide you with some key drafting concepts to ensure your contracts do not contain unfair contract terms.AustraliaConsumer ProtectionClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleChallenges of the global marketplaceThis article aims to identify key ecommerce issues for consideration when entering into international transactions.AustraliaInternational LawClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleBar raised again for employers seeking approval of enterprise agreementsAn employer must be able to give evidence about the employees' understanding of an enterprise agreement before approval.AustraliaEmployment and HRClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleFund the change you want to see in the world: The rise of Tesla EvangelistsMuch has been written recently about potential changes to Australian insolvency laws, partly to incentivise innovation.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleManaging risks through insurance: 10 things to considerThese 10 tips are worth considering when managing risk and assessing the adequacy of your business insurance policies.AustraliaInsuranceClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleTerminating an off-the-plan contract for the sale of property: Making the right decision countsThis case demonstrates that caution is required when a party exercises a right to rescind or terminate a contract. AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleContract negotiation pitfallsYou are less likely to get into a dispute if you have a clearly worded contract that has been signed by both parties.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleRestraints on labour flexibility: What all businesses need to knowBefore dismissing any worker, the employer should check employment details, and if the labour hire company is licensed.AustraliaEmployment and HRClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleClimate-related risks for financial services companiesAPRA proposes regulations on climate–related risks for financial services and is taking submissions for new guidelines.AustraliaFinance and BankingClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleReputation in a trade mark – not relevant to infringementThe reputation of a trade mark is not relevant when determining if it is deceptively similar to another.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleServing notices under s 408 of the Environmental Protection Act (Qld)When disposing of Queensland contaminated land, vendors should be clear and unequivocal when serving the relevant notice.AustraliaEnvironmentClarkeKann Lawyers
ArticleFindings & Forecasts: Major developments in industrial relations in the building and construction industry in 2018 & 2019Regardless of political party, change is the new norm for industrial relations in the building and construction industry.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionClarkeKann Lawyers