ArticleStrata Schemes – Part 2 of 3Part 2 of the series delves deeper into specific responsibilities of the Owners Corporation and the Executive Committee.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWhy property buyers need to know the difference between an Agent and a Real Estate AgentThis case highlights what happened when a buyer failed to recognise the distinction when exercising cooling off rights.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleHow the 2018 federal budget will affect land and property ownersArticle discusses the recent federal budget in the context of its implications on land banking and housing affordability.AustraliaTaxColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleNew GST ruling on Residential Premises - GSTR 2012/5The ATO seems to have changed its view on how to determine if premises are residential or otherwise, for GST purposes.AustraliaTaxColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleUpdate on NSW Purchaser Duty and Land Tax Surcharges on trustees of discretionary trustsTrustees may be liable for the foreign person surcharges if any of the potential beneficiaries of the trust is a foreign person. AustraliaTaxColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleTrump's image retweeting fails: Lessons to learnWhile Donald Trump may not have learnt the first time around, these are some lessons to remember when retweeting images.United StatesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleIs your franchise ready for the new unfair contract regime?The law aims to curb potential for small businesses to be disadvantaged by unfair contract terms in business agreements.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleClauses seeking draft payment claims – Are they void by virtue of the SOP Act (NSW)?This case examined where a clause requiring a draft payment claim was seen to be operating outside the scope of the act.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleNSW Court of Appeal clarifies 10-year limitation for allegedly defective building worksThe limitation aimed to stop parties bringing actions for allegedly defective works well after the works were completed.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleFamily and Domestic Violence Leave: Award changes came into effect 1 August!Discussion about the new provisions allowing for Family and Domestic Violence Leave - main legislative points etc.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleRent increases and refurbishments in a franchising agreement: What are your rights?Both franchisees & franchisors must understand their rights, particularly regarding increases in rent and refurbishment costs. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleStructuring – Can I set and forget?The structure of your business/investment holdings should be reviewed regularly as a matter of good business practice.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleProtecting yourself from elder abuse: World Elder Abuse Awareness DayWhat is elder abuse? How to prevent such abuse?AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleTrade Mark Myths and MisconceptionsThis article addresses some of the common mistakes and misconceptions by Australian businesses regarding trademarks.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticlePower and Influence: Chau v Australian Broadcasting CorporationPlaintiff was awarded damages for defamatory publications.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticlePreparing and Reviewing Commercial Leases: Protecting your rightsImagine for a moment that these foundations have been laid – you have signed the letter of offer or the heads of agreement ("the HOA") and you or your solicitor is now required to prepare a lease or review a lease submitted by the other party. You would probably ask yourself, where do I begin? What should be in the lease?AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleTerminating Commercial LeasesMy last article in this series will focus on how the leasing deal can come to an end, the consequences associated with ending a lease and what you need to consider in such circumstances.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleAre the days of non-compete terms in employment contracts numbered?The ACCC will investigate the effect of contractual non-compete terms in employment contracts on wage growth.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWorkers Compensation Claims 20 Years OnIt is a common misconception that workers must make a claim within three years of their injury and that present insurance will provide cover for the claim. Whilst this is the case for many claims, there are exceptions of which you should be aware - this can apply to any workplace.AustraliaEmployment and HRColeman Greig Lawyers