Mediation is, more often than not, a useful dispute resolution tool, particularly in the area of franchising.

To avoid losing your security interest to incorrect registration, here is a useful list of common registration mistakes.

AFS licensees and representatives beware: ASIC's court win demonstrates that irresponsible advice will not be tolerated.

For the purpose of defamation law, news outlets can be considered publishers of comments posted on social media.

The GST withholding obligations will apply to the supply of new residential premises and new residential subdivisions.

An estimate of outgoings must be given if the lease is governed by the Act, both before the lease is entered into and annually.

A disclaimer is only one factor that points to whether or not a person has engaged in misleading and deceptive conduct.

Where there is good reason, the Court will allow an extension of the three years for liquidators to bring certain claims.

Directors cannot avoid personal liability for a penalty pursuant to a DPN by entering into a payment arrangement with the ATO.

The ACCC brought a claim against a company for making profits from donation promises and affiliation with a charity.

Unpaid family and domestic violence leave will soon be a compulsory entitlement for employees covered by modern awards.

What does the end of JobKeeper mean for businesses & what action should employers take now.

If a liquidator brings a claim against you for an unfair preference, keep in mind any offsetting claim you may have.

The GST withholding legislation will target new residential premises, new residential subdivisions and long term leases.

The Court will only allow a caveat to remain on a property where there is a clear interest in the land.

In the last year there have been numerous decisions concerning the rent relief to be provided to tenants.

Need to consider if over threshold & the Act applies as this could affect the valuation and any management responsibilities.

Recent VCAT decision should give valuers some comfort that the valuer's appointment is difficult to successfully challenge.

Valuers must be careful when writing a valuation report, corresponding with landlords and tenants and answering queries.

In assessing stamp duty, the High Court adopted ‘ordinary principles of valuation' to assess the value of company assets.