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Are You At Risk of Sham Contracting?

Online food delivery competitor Foodora has been accused of sham contracting its own employees and now faces legal action launched by Australia’s Fair Work Ombudsman.

As business opportunities increase in Australia more employers turn to flexible and intuitive ways to cut costs and maximise profits, which can sometimes lead to cutting corners and the underpayment of employees. It is important for an employer to enter into valid employment contracts with its employees, as it will assist them in avoiding the risk of being accused of sham contracting.

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Spousal Maintenance – What To Expect

The breakdown of a marriage is almost always an emotionally taxing experience for both partners. While there is the emotion and stress that is usually at the forefront of a separation, there are a multitude of other factors that need to be considered during the process. Often, the first issue that needs to be addressed when a long-term relationship deteriorates is how the shared assets of the couple are to be divided. Continue reading Spousal Maintenance – What To Expect

Airbnb & The Law On The Gold Coast

Part 2 – Local Council Regulations

This is the final part of a two-part article on the issue of the regulation of Airbnb listings. Part one of this article can be found here.

Irrespective of whether or not a lot is in a community titles scheme, local council regulations will apply. Continue reading Airbnb & The Law On The Gold Coast

Airbnb & The Law On The Gold Coast

Launched in 2008, San Francisco-based hospitality marketplace Airbnb is presenting uniquely modern hurdles for regulatory systems ill-prepared for sharing economy services. The website, which allows lot owners to rent out their spaces; whether a whole apartment in Surfers Paradise, a treehouse in the Currumbin Valley, or a bedroom in Robina, has proven to be a popular alternative to traditional models of accommodation. Continue reading Airbnb & The Law On The Gold Coast

The Ins and Outs Of Binding Financial Agreements

The deterioration of a loving relationship is usually a dreaded outcome for all those involved.

In addition to the emotional toll it takes on a person, there is always the added stress of dividing up property and finances. Add on top of this a potential custodial battle for any children involved, and you have the recipe for a protracted and emotional legal battle. Continue reading The Ins and Outs Of Binding Financial Agreements

To Tow or Not To Tow

I am frequently asked to provide simple guidelines for a body corporate to safely tow a vehicle from common property. Unfortunately, from the body corporate’s perspective, no such guidelines exist. In essence, each situation needs to be assessed on its own unique merits. Continue reading To Tow or Not To Tow

Are Lawyers the new Tax Collectors? – Changes to Conveyancing

The latest Federal budget proposed a number of amendments to the capital gains tax regime. A particular focus of these changes are directed to addressing housing affordability in Australia while also seeking to improve compliance by foreign investors of their tax obligations. These amendments built upon regulations introduced in last year’s budget.

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Assignment Of A Lease

Changes Under The Retail Shop Leases Act

Are you fully aware of your disclosure obligations under the Retail Shop Leases Act 1994? Continue reading Assignment Of A Lease

The Importance Of An Enduring Power Of Attorney

What happens to your financial and health if you become incapacitated for any reason (such as a car crash or other accident)? Continue reading The Importance Of An Enduring Power Of Attorney