How the PPSR protects purchasers of personal property
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a national, electronic register of security interests in personal property. The PPSR was established on 30 January 2012 with the aim of protecting buyers of personal property where an existing security interest exists in the purchased property and where they were not aware of that interest prior to […]
If an Employer breaches an employment contract can its restrictions be enforced?
Employment contracts often contain restraint of trade clauses seeking to restrict employees from engaging in certain conduct that may adversely affect the business. Although restraint provisions apply during and after the employment relationship, they are most frequently tested once an employee leaves to work for a competitor or to embark on his or her own similar enterprise. […]
Why you should have your domestic building contract reviewed
Whether you are renovating an existing home or building from scratch, most domestic building contracts involve considerable sums of money. In fact, entering a building contract may be one of the most significant financial transactions you undertake. Despite the excitement of getting a new project off the ground, it is important to have your building […]
You said what? About defamation claims
‘He said’, ‘she said’, ‘they said’. Defamation cases can attract a lot of attention in the media, particularly when they involve well-known celebrities like Rebel Wilson or Geoffrey Rush, however, are not exclusive to those with a high profile. The use of social media is a daily ritual for most people, which results in the […]
Wage theft is a crime in Queensland
Failure to pay employees their proper entitlements could leave employers exposed to criminal charges (including jail time) under new laws introduced in Queensland. Criminalisation of ‘wage theft’ The Criminal Code and Other Legislation (Wage Theft) Amendment Act 2020 (Qld) introduces new provisions to the Criminal Code Act 1899 (Qld) expanding the definition of ‘stealing’ to include a failure to […]
Accessing digital assets – estate planning essentials
The recent death of Gerald Cotton, former Chief Executive Officer of Canadian cryptocurrency exchange company, Quadriga CX, emphasises the importance of planning your electronic after-life. Mr Cotton’s death in India at the age of 30, has not only raised suspicion as to its authenticity (and allegations of an exit scam), but reiterated the chaos that […]
Commercial Leasing and COVID-19 Mandatory Code of Conduct released
At Donnie Harris Law we have been closely following this issue because we know how important it is for many of our clients. The economic impact of COVID-19 on business generally, and commercial leasing arrangements has been profound. On 7 April 2020, the Federal Government released its much-anticipated Mandatory Code of Conduct – SME Commercial […]
Coronavirus – Helpful legal information for contracts and conveyancing
Contractual obligations in the wake of coronavirus If you are about to sign a contract or have already signed a contract, you should be thinking about how the COVID-19 restrictions, business conditions and challenges may impact on your contractual obligations. In addition, whether you have any contractual rights to suspend or delay your contractual obligations […]
Coronavirus – Helpful legal information for employers and employees
The coronavirus pandemic places considerable pressure on workplaces, as employers struggle to balance health and safety concerns, their obligations to employees and the continuity of business operations in challenging circumstances.Likewise, employees may be concerned for their own health and wellbeing, and face uncertainty regarding their entitlements should they need to self-isolate, care for a family […]
Business Structures: Company
When commencing a business venture, it is necessary to consider the most appropriate type of business structure to put in place. Different business structures have different benefits and disadvantages. This article looks at companies – how to set one up and the pros and cons of a company structure. Key Features A company is a […]