Running a business is a challenging and exciting endeavour. However, once you expand and begin to hire employees, your legal obligations can change in an instant. As an employment lawyer, I’ve come across hundreds of clients who aren’t aware of their basic legal obligations when it comes to employment Awards and standards. Currently in Australia,...
When reading any articles or speaking with lawyers, you will notice that almost everyone agrees settling a dispute out of court is far better than going to trial. After all, going to court can be expensive, time-consuming and stressful, with no guarantee that you will receive anything. Although mediation and settlement should always be attempted,...
Risk is an inherent part of running a business. With pressures both internally and externally, businesses can be open to risk in a variety of areas ranging from market forces, to environmental factors, to technological developments. As a business owner, it’s essential that you have a good understanding of the risks associated with your business,...
The Fair Work Commission has recently announced that the national minimum wage will increase by 3.0% to $19.49 per hour. This change came into operation on 1 July 2019. The increase in the national minimum wage means that minimum wages contained in modern awards will also be increased effective 1 July 2019. At the time...
The new NSW strata renewal legislation can provide a way out for ageing strata complexes to be sold as a collective sale or for redevelopment, and in some cases all owners will be in favour of such a development. But not always – determining how old is too old is a subjective matter and some...
As relationships are becoming more complex, so too is estate planning. What is the appropriate balance between a second spouse and the children of your first marriage? Who should take precedence in this instance? Are you entitled to leave the bulk of your estate to your children to preserve the assets you have worked your...
Protecting your reputation starts with simplifying the complex. This handy checklist should quickly point you in the right direction and help you understand whether you have a case, and where to start to secure the best possible outocme.
Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.
Legal Practitioners at Atkinson Vinden are members of the scheme.
