Commercial leases ordinarily provide for rent to be reviewed at particular intervals throughout a lease term, such as when an option to renew the lease for a further term is ...
It is possible for a trustee in bankruptcy to make a claim to property held by a bankrupt on trust. For example, by lodging a caveat over a home that ...
Commercial leases ordinarily provide for rent to be reviewed at particular intervals throughout a lease term, such as when an option to renew the lease for a further term is exercised.
Changes to legislation affecting casual employment have sparked the need for employers to review casual contracts to ensure their employees are truly casual under the Fair Work Act. .
Before commencing court proceedings, a claimant will need to ascertain the identity of the person to sue and whether they have a claim against them.
In the claim of Gray v Wagga Wagga City Council [2021] NSWDC 108, the plaintiff failed to prove negligence against the Wagga Wagga City Council after an automatic door at an airport closed and struck her, injuring her neck, left shoulder and back.
In Women’s Life Centre Inc v Commissioner of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (Taxation) [2021] AATA 500, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal affirmed the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission’s approach to determining eligibility for public benevolent institution status.
It is possible for a trustee in bankruptcy to make a claim to property held by a bankrupt on trust. For example, by lodging a caveat over a home that is held on trust. A trustee in bankruptcy may be able to make a claim, relying on the bankrupt’s right
The Court of Appeal has increased the damages awarded to a truck driver who sustained a lower back injury at work to $967,000, highlighting that courts will be cautious in applying discounts to account for pre-existing medical conditions.
The presumption of advancement is commonly used as a means of protecting the family home against creditors.
New legislation governing casual employment commenced today. The new legislation has significant implications for casual employees and their employers.
On 22 March 2021, the COVID-19 temporary relief that amended the Corporations Act to allow for electronic signing and virtual meetings expired.
The Environmental Protection Act 1994 (Qld) (EPA) imposes duties to prevent environmental harm. There are significant liabilities for contravention.
It is common in commercial disputes for a party to argue that, because they have a set-off, they are not liable to pay the amount claimed.
Cooper Grace Ward acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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