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Changes to Casual Employment – Part II: Casual Conversion
Recent amendments to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) have introduced new pathways for the conversion of casual employees to permanent employment. This articles examines the impact of these changes on employers and employees.
Changes to Casual Employment – Part 1: New Rules for Casual Employees
This is the first of our two-part series reviewing the significant industrial reforms affecting casual workers. In this article we outline: The new statutory definition of casual employees; The new protections against “double-dipping” when casuals are found to be permanent employees; and The new ‘Casual Employment Information Statement’, and we will explain how these significant
Employers: superannuation guarantee rate will increase from 1 July 2021
From 1 July 2021, the superannuation guarantee rate will increase from 9.5% to 10%. How employers manage this increase will depend on the existing arrangements they have in place with their employees.
To advise, or not to advise: financial agreements
Financial agreements made under the Family Law Act can be set aside on various grounds, including the provision of independent legal advice before entering into a binding financial agreement.
‘Three Strikes’ licensing is out: how the new ‘Demerit Point Scheme’ works
On 1 January 2021, Liquor and Gaming NSW's new 'Demerit and Incentives Point System' replaced the existing 'Violent Venues, Three Strikes and Minor Sanctions Scheme'. The new scheme adopts a fundamentally different approach, actively encouraging compliance through the use of both incentive and deterrent measures.
COVID-19 Update: Changes to development consent laws in NSW
2020 saw several significant amendments to rules regulating the lapsing and rejection of development consents in NSW. This article summarises some of these changes to statute and recent case law considering the amended legislation.
‘Til death do us part: a guide to family provision claims by de facto partners, spouses and former spouses
Spouses, de facto partners and former spouses are eligible persons who may bring a claim for further provision from the deceased's estate. The Court will balance a diverse range of factors when determining whether to make an order for provision and the extent of any further provision ordered.
Buyer Beware: Some of the risks of purchasing shares in a Company
When a purchaser looks to acquire a business, it usually faces a choice between acquiring all the assets of the business or acquiring the shares in the company that owns the business. Each approach has its own benefits and risks. This article focuses on the issues which arise for a purchaser when acquiring shares in
Stop Standing By: the key to eliminating sexual harassment in the workplace is commitment
Eliminating sexual harassment in the workplace requires a serious effort, but there are strategies that help to achieve that goal. All it takes is employers who are committed to prioritising a safe workplace above all else.
Good food, good gambling – bad food?
This article appeared in the December edition of ClubLife Magazine. You can download a PDF version of the article here. Good quality food is a must in any successful club and as catering is a specialized skill many clubs outsource their catering to an external caterer. One of the key ingredients to any successful arrangement
Financial elder abuse
Elder abuse is a well-recognised problem in Australian society which commonly occurs within family context. Although elder abuse is not itself recognised as a claim or cause of action, other legal remedies may be available if you know or suspect someone to be the victim of elder abuse.
COVID-19 and business interruption insurance – a win for businesses
The NSW Court of Appeal's recent decision has significant consequences for registered clubs and businesses impacted by COVID-19