Doyle’s Guide recommended Family Law law firms
Damian Carroll of Macrossan & Amiet has made the 2019 Doyle’s Guide recommended Family Lawyer for North Queensland.
Binding Child Support Agreements
Changes were made to the Child Support (Assessment) Act in July this year and the changes are retrospective across all agreements. We would recommend anyone with an active Binding Child Support Agreement that pre-dates the changes seek legal advice.
Supreme Court Decision – Binding Death Benefit Nomination and Enduring Powers of Attorney
Self Managed Super Funds, Binding Death Benefit Nominations, Enduring Powers of Attorney and your Will.
Hassle Free Christmas Parties
With the silly season in full swing, it’s a great time of year to celebrate and reward the great work that employees do throughout the year, although what happens though if an employee misbehaves?
New Combustible Cladding Regulations
In recent years there have been a number of building fires worldwide where cladding affixed to the outside of the structure has been the major contributing factor. As of 1 October 2018, Queensland implemented regulations to identify privately owned buildings that contain combustible cladding.
Tape-Recorded message held to be a valid Will
In a recent Supreme Court decision, a tape-recorded message has been found to be a valid Will.
UPDATE: Federal Government intervenes in casual worker court case
We recently reported on a case regarding casual a truck driver who was awarded accrued annual leave.
The definition of a De Facto Relationship
What is a defacto relationship and are you in one?
Charitable Foundation Media Release
23 years ago, Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors celebrated its 100th birthday by establishing a Charitable Foundation to keep on giving back to the community. From the initial $100,000 donated by the firm, the Foundation has grown to hold capital in…
‘Casual’ Truck Driver awarded accrued annual leave
A recent landmark decision means that casual employees may be classed as permanent rather than casual if they fall into the category of being employed regular and predictable hours.