A Guide to the Fair Work Act’s Closing Loopholes Amendment
The Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 and the Fair Work...
Don’t Forget About Your Existing Shareholders’ Pre-emptive Rights
Start-ups and closely held proprietary companies often need to issue shares quickly, whether...
Construction Contract Traps That Cost Millions
The broad body of judicial decisions in construction disputes points to one undeniable...
What Happens if a Director Trades While Insolvent?
One of the fundamental duties imposed on company directors is to prevent a...
AI Policies Every Australian Business Needs Now
AI is no longer a future-facing issue for Australian businesses. It is already...
The Coles Decision Is About More Than Supermarket Pricing
Following the Federal Court’s decision against Coles regarding its “Down Down” promotion, much...
Offshore Staffing and Whether they are Employees
Offshore staffing and outsourcing are no longer exceptions in Australia. Since COVID,...
When Contractors Cannot Recover: Quantum Meruit and the Home Building Act
In recent years, the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal has increasingly emphasised the...
Uninsured Building Work in NSW: What Homeowners Need to Know
For homeowners, discovering that residential building work is uninsured can create serious legal...
Work Order or a Money Order in NCAT?
When an owner issues legal proceedings against a builder, the owner can seek...
Failure to Maintain in Australia
In property, strata, and public liability law across Australia, “failure to maintain” generally...
The 2026 Shift: Understanding the DBPA Expansion to Class 3 and 9c Buildings
The regulatory landscape of the New South Wales construction industry is undergoing a...
Navigating the 2026–2028 NSW Government Cyber Security Strategy
The 2026–2028 NSW Government Cyber Security Strategy is a big change in how...
Australia’s AML/CTF Changes: Preparing for the July 2026 Deadline
Australia’s financial compliance landscape is going through its biggest change in almost 20...
NCAT’s Jurisdictional Limits in Building Defect Matters
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) is the primary forum for resolving...
Jackie O Henderson’s Case – Possibly the Largest General Protection Claim in History?
Jackie O Henderson (Henderson) and her company Henderson Media Pty Ltd (Henderson Media)...
Injunctions: How are they Different from Damages
In litigation, understanding the differences between injunctions and damages is crucial when determining...
Misappropriation of Company Funds: Personal Liability and Legal Consequences for Directors
Directors of Australian companies owe strict duties to their company, both under the...
What Pafburn Pty Ltd v The Owners means for the Building Industry
The High Court’s decision in Pafburn Pty Ltd v the Owners – Strata...
How Do Employee Share Option Plans (ESOPs) Work for Australian Startups?
Employee Share Option Plans (ESOPs) have become a valuable tool for Australian startups...
Proving Defective Building Work in Australia
Pursuing a claim for defective building work in Australia requires sufficient and credible...
How Do I Manage the Cap Table?
Managing a cap table becomes increasingly complex as your startup progresses through multiple...
NCAT’s Role in Strata Maintenance Disputes
The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) plays a central role in resolving...
How Do I Structure an ESOP to Retain Talent While Protecting Existing Shareholder Equity?
An Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) is a powerful tool for startups looking...
