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News | Gadens is on the move in Sydney to 8 Chifley Square
On Monday, 3 June 2024, the Gadens office in Sydney will move into new office space at 8 Chifley Square. With its unmistakable red ‘suspender’ beams, and continuous motion of the digital art installation by Jenny Holzer, 8 Chifley Square is an ‘indelible part’ of the Sydney CBD. “Our move to 8 Chifley Square is...
How To Start A Dropshipping Company
With the existence of dropshipping, entrepreneurs no longer need to look for a warehouse to store their inventory. Dropshipping can make starting your own company more possible with its increased accessibility. However, before you take the leap to start your own dropshipping company, it’s important to consider a number of legal factors first. What Is...
(WIP) Understanding ‘adequate procedures’ – foreign bribery
The time to assess your company's exposure to bribery and corruption risk is now 11 min read In the wake of the new 'failure to prevent' offence, the Commonwealth Attorney-General is required to publish guidance on the steps that can be taken to prevent an associate from bribing foreign public officials, to assist companies to implement...
Chandler retires but the war on dodgy rages on
Building Commissioner David Chandler is to retire in August – but he says dodgy developers might want to keep their celebrations on hold until they see what his successors bring to the apartment industry. Having just secured the agreement of more than 120 residents of Mascot Towers to accept an exit deal from that...
How To Start A Digital Marketing Company
With billions of people having access to the internet, the age of digital marketing is here. You’ve probably noticed this as well – have you been online without seeing an ad? Yeah, neither have we. However, digital marketing is more than just posting a few instagram squares. It takes an understanding of algorithms, search engine...
How To Start A Demolition Company
Starting a demolition company isn’t just about ruthlessly destroying things (and getting paid to do it). There’s a lot more to starting a demolition company, such as equipment, licences and legal factors. More often than not, you’ll need to take a lot of care when dismantling a structure, despite the violent nature of the...
Guide to AI Procurement
Tips and considerations for procuring AI systems As generative artificial intelligence moves from pilot to production, organisations are grappling with the push to rapidly procure AI systems while appropriately managing the risks. Unhelpfully, 'market' positions and practices are still emerging, as both customers and suppliers continue to test their approach and their risk appetite, and as...
How to prepare for and execute a successful exit
The year of the exit 9 min read After a relatively subdued 2023, we are predicting that the rest of 2024 will prove to be the year of the exit, with improving macroeconomic conditions providing the ideal environment for the exit of a number of high-quality assets. However, it still pays to be prepared and to expect...
New laws to increase awareness of the dangers of toppling furniture
07 May 2024 Furniture suppliers will be required to provide safety warnings to consumers about the dangers of toppling furniture hazards, after the Assistant Treasurer, the Hon. Stephen Jones, made a new information standard for toppling furniture. Since 2000, 28 people, including 17 children under five, have died in Australia from toppling furniture, and each...
Qantas agrees to $20m payments to customers and, subject to court approval, a $100m penalty for misleading consumers
06 May 2024 Scam warning: The ACCC is aware that scammers have been calling people, falsely claiming to help them get payments. They may be using this media release about Qantas refunds to convince you that it is real. If you receive a call from anyone offering to help you with a payment or refund, hang...
How to Terminate a De Facto Relationship Legally?
The process to legally end a de facto relationship in Australia primarily entails resolving issues such as property division, financial settlements, and child custody. Unlike marriage, there is no need for a formal “divorce” process. When a de facto relationship concludes, either party can apply to the Family Court or the Federal Circuit Court for...
What is a De Facto Separation Agreement?
A De Facto Separation Agreement (also called a Binding Financial Agreement) is a legally binding contract that outlines how a separating de facto couple will divide their assets and finances. It is designed to provide clarity, prevent future disputes, and offer financial security to both parties. This agreement can address issues like property division, financial...
Is a Boyfriend a De Facto Relationship?
Being in a boyfriend/girlfriend relationship doesn’t automatically constitute a de facto relationship under Australian law. For a relationship to be legally recognised as de facto, it must meet specific criteria. This typically includes living together as a couple on a genuine domestic basis and demonstrating a mutual commitment to a shared life. The definition and...
Policy makers focus on restraint of trade clauses – ‘coercive, exploitative and an unfair method of competition’
Key issues in non-competes 13 min read The Federal Treasury recently published an Issues Paper seeking views to inform its consideration of a potential prohibition on post-termination worker restraints of trade, no-poach and wage fixing agreements, as part of a broader review of Australian competition laws announced last year (the Competition Review). The Issues Paper identifies...
How the Family Law Court Deals with Abuse Allegations
In this video, Award-Winning Surrogacy Lawyer and Accredited Family Law Specialist, Stephen Page addresses a challenging issue in family law – the handling of abuse allegations by the family court. The post How the Family Law Court Deals with Abuse Allegations appeared first on Page Provan.
Leaked: More free OCN webinars for you
The Owners Corporation Network (OCN) has a whole raft of webinars lined up for the next few months, where you can hear experts describe how to deal with all-too common problems. Stick these in your diary NOW 12pm Thursday 16th May 2024 Water Leaks and the financial impact of water damage on your building...
Forum: Should rogue parking come at a price?
The age-old question of residents parking in visitor spaces raises its ugly head again this week. And it comes via a question that has its roots in the Flat Chat philosophy that residents who take up visitor parking for extended periods are thieves. Too strong? What else do you call people who take something...
If I Refuse Mediation Will It Go Against Me in Court?
While mediation is strongly encouraged in Australia to resolve disputes, it is ultimately voluntary. Refusing mediation won’t directly lead to a negative outcome in court. However, the court expects parties to have genuinely considered mediation as an alternative to litigation. If you refuse to mediate without a valid reason, the judge may question your willingness to...
Podcast: Lawyer in the Hot Seat, Part One
Here’s a thought to chill the heart of any strata “bush lawyer”; Some strata laws are manadatory and some are regulatory. What that means is that there are laws that you must obey that come with penalties, laws without stated penalties that you still have to obey, and laws that are more guidelines than...
Game on – Fair Trading to investigate Netstrata
The NSW Strata Commissioner and Fair Trading have launched an independent review of strata management giant Netstrata following an expose last month of the company’s insurance practices on ABC TV. And the investigation may not be restricted to Netstrata, with some industry whistleblowers and strata scheme clients claiming that other strata managers have employed...
