When do you require approvals to make alterations to a strata property?
If you live in a strata scheme or help manage one, understanding the...
How Effective is the New Scams Protection Framework at Protecting Individuals and Small Businesses?
In response to a vast increase in online scams targeting individual consumers and...
Can an Adjudication Determination Be Set Aside?
The High Court’s decision in Maxcon Constructions Pty Ltd v Vadasz [2018] HCA...
Understanding the “Fit and Proper Person” Test in Licensing: What Applicants Need to Know
When applying for a building licence or any other occupational licence in Australia,...
The Implied Duty of Cooperation in Commercial Contracts
In the realm of commercial contracts, courts have long recognised an implied duty...
Futurepower v Fordham: Limits on Setting Aside Adjudication Determinations under the Security of Payment Act
Introduction The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) (the...
Can You Claim for Defective Building Work Without Expert Evidence?
Defective construction works can cause significant stress and financial loss to homeowners. Whether...
Director Liability for Unlicensed or Uninsured Builders
When construction defects arise, homeowners often seek to understand who they can hold...
Can a Homeowner Sue a Building Surveyor in NSW? Understanding Legal Rights and Remedies
Building or renovating a home is one of the most significant investments a...
What Disclosures or Documents Are Required When Raising Capital from Investors in Australia?
Raising capital is a crucial step for startups and growing companies, but it...
What Is a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE), and How Does It Work in Australia?
Raising capital is one of the most pressing challenges for startups, especially in...
Directors and Nominated Supervisors’ personal liability in the Construction Industry
The Kazzi v KR Properties Global Pty Ltd t/as AK Properties Group [2024]...
How Can I Restrict the Transfer of Shares to Maintain Control Over My Startup?
For founders of Australian startups, maintaining control over company ownership is critical, especially...
Adverse Action and General Protections: Common Traps for Hospitality Employers
The general protections provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) are among...
How to Properly Consult Staff Before a Redundancy in Hospitality
Redundancies are common in hospitality due to business restructures, seasonal closures, or downturns...
Small Business Fair Dismissal Code: What Hospitality Employers Need to Know
Small hospitality businesses, such as family-owned cafes or small restaurants, often operate with...
Dismissal for Poor Performance in Hospitality: Legal Requirements and Risks
Hospitality employers often face challenges in managing staff performance. Whether it is a...
Harsh, Unjust or Unreasonable: How the Fair Work Commission Decides Unfair Dismissal Cases
Unfair dismissal claims are common in hospitality because of the industry’s reliance on...
What Counts as a Genuine Redundancy in Hospitality?
Redundancy is one of the more complex areas of employment law in the...
Meal Breaks, Rest Breaks and Rostering Rules Under the Hospitality Award
Hospitality is a demanding industry where staff often work long and irregular hours....
Penalty Rates and Overtime in Hospitality: How to Stay Compliant
Hospitality is an industry that runs outside of the standard nine-to-five workday. Staff...
Understanding Minimum Pay Rates in Hospitality (2025 Pay Guide Explained)
One of the biggest compliance risks in hospitality is underpayment of wages. With...
Converting Casuals to Permanent Under the Hospitality Award: A Step-by-Step Guide
Casual conversion has become one of the most common sources of disputes in...
Casual vs Permanent Employment in Hospitality: What Every Employer Must Know
The hospitality industry is one of Australia’s largest employers, and it is built...
