Special Disability Trusts can help families provide long-term financial security for a loved one with a severe disability. This article explains how these trusts operate, the benefits they offer and what families should consider before establishing one.
Special Disability Trusts can help families provide long-term financial security for a loved one with a severe disability. This article explains how these trusts operate, the benefits they offer and what families should consider before establishing one.
Not every child support payment goes through Services Australia. Plenty of separated parents work out a private child support arrangement instead, paying school fees directly,
The High Court has provided important guidance on genuine redundancy and redeployment obligations. Learn what employers should consider when planning restructures and redundancies.
Businesses involved in road transport supply chains may be bound by Fair Work Commission orders, even where they do not directly engage drivers. We examine the new road transport regime, the Fuel Cost Recovery Order and the steps businesses should take to prepare for future obligations.
The next tranche of proposed Privacy Act reforms has arrived, with potential implications for businesses undertaking digital marketing, AI initiatives, customer analytics and other data-driven activities. We examine the key proposed changes and the practical steps organisations should consider if the reforms proceed.
Australia’s privacy laws continue to evolve, with new obligations and further reforms on the horizon. This article outlines the key privacy and data governance developments businesses should be preparing for in 2026 and 2027.
Attending Parramatta Family Court? Here’s what to expect, from getting there to what happens on the day, plus where to get support. Read our full guide.
Harmful proceedings orders give courts the power to restrict parties from repeatedly commencing proceedings that may cause harm to a former partner or child. The regime has significant implications for anyone seeking to reopen family law disputes.
After separation, disputes about who stays in the family home can quickly become stressful and complex. This article explains when the Family Court may make an exclusive occupation order and the factors considered when deciding who can remain in the property.
When an employee notifies his / her employer that they wish to terminate their employment, their employment will automatically terminate when the relevant notice period expires. What happens when an employee wishes to withdraw their resignation?
Planning to move overseas? Learn the key Australian tax residency rules, residency tests, and tax implications before you relocate.
In family law matters, disputes sometimes involve issues that fall under both family law and other areas of law. The court may use either accrued jurisdiction or cross-vested jurisdiction to avoid separate court proceedings.
The Fair Work Commission has announced increases to the National Minimum Wage and Award Wages. Learn what the changes mean for Australian employers.
The NSW Government has expanded SafeWork NSW’s workforce including specialists dedicated to psychosocial hazards. This aims to help prevent psychological injuries across NSW workplaces.
This article outlines the key principles and practical considerations relevant to relief against forfeiture. Forfeiture is when a tenant breaches a lease, a landlord may be entitled to terminate the lease and recover possession of the property.
End of financial year is approaching and it’s time to clear outstanding debts, tighten cash flow and prepare your account.
The Fair Work Commission has confirmed a 4.75% increase to the national minimum wage and modern award rates from 1 July 2026, along with structural changes affecting entry-level classifications. This article outlines the key changes and practical considerations for employers.
Modern slavery can taint the supply chain of any Australian business. To mitigate this risk the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) requires certain entities and encourages others to give annual modern slavery statements to the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department.
The High Court’s decision in Zip v Firstmac provides important guidance on the limits of the honest concurrent use defence in trade mark disputes. This article explains the key findings and practical implications for businesses developing or using brands in competitive markets.
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