The team at Macrossan & Amiet congratulate Brigid on her promotion to Associate.
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2021 Distribution M&A Charitable Foundation
The Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation recently held its 2021 meeting to determine the years successful recipients.
Disobeying Court Orders and Contempt of Court
Contempt of Court does not just apply to a courtroom, it can also consist of disregard of a Court judgement or order.
Strengthened Protections Against Unfair Contract Terms on Horizon
The Australian Government is contemplating major changes to the protections against unfair contract terms in the Australian Consumer Law.
Congratulations Beryl Neilsen Order of Australia
Congratulations to Beryl Neilsen who was presented with her Order of Australia Medal in recognition of her charitable works in founding and supporting the John and Beryl Neilsen Winchester Foundation.
Changes to Fair Work Act (2009) Regarding Casual Employment
Do you employ casual staff? If so, you need to be aware of the amendments made this year to the Fair Work Act (2009) regarding casual employment.
Welcome back Caitlin from Maternity Leave
Caitlin has returned to work this week after some time away for maternity leave following the birth of her first child, Harvey.
What are the Legal Implications of the Death of a Grandmother
Grandmothers provide services for husbands, children and grandchildren that no amount of money can replace and if a grandmother dies as a result of a motor vehicle accident, medical misadventure or some wrongful act or omission, then a claim can be made for the benefit of members of the deceased person’s family.
Merger – Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia
On 1 September 2021, the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia merged creating one court known as the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
Employer’s Win Casual Fight
Earlier this week, the High Court handed down its decision in favour of Workpac, finding that earlier decisions in the matters of Skene v Workpac and Rossato v Workpac had been incorrectly decided.








