Geoff, who was a Mechanical Engineer, assisted many of our personal injury clients by providing Expert Reports concerning accidents and means by which they could have been prevented, passed away last month.
News
New Capital Gains Tax (CGT) withholding regime from 1 July 2016
From 1 July 2016, purchasers who enter into a Contract for the sale of an interest in Australian land with a market value of $2 million or more will be required to withhold and pay 10% of the purchase price to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on account of the seller’s potential CGT liability unless the seller obtains a clearance certificate from the ATO and provides it to the purchaser on or before settlement.
Solicitors Duty of Care to Intended Beneficiaries
Recently the High Court of Australia handed down their decision in the case of Badenach v Calvert which is a significant decision for solicitors, those who may wish to execute a Will and those who may have already executed their Will and are considering altering their testamentary intentions.
Visa Holders facing Criminal Charges
Overseas nationals who have committed criminal or traffic offences while living in Australia may under the provisions of the Migration Act 1958 have their visa cancelled and potentially lead to them being deported from Australia. This could lead to potentially devastating consequences for them and their families who have resided in Australia on a visa for many years.
Old Interests – New Plans
turned_in_notLease, Property Law
As a landlord, or a tenant, have you ever wondered how your lease might be affected if a plan was lodged amalgamating the lot containing your leased premises with another lot? In a recent High Court decision, the Court considered and provided some useful commentary on how registration of a plan amalgamating two lots would affect a tenant’s interest in a registered lease
Recovery/Abduction of Children Overseas
The abduction/recovery of children from overseas has always been a prevalent issue but there is a legal way to have children returned to their home country.
Dust Diseases (Black Lung & Mesothelioma)
turned_in_notAsbestos, Black Lung Disease, Mesothelioma, Pneumoconiosis, Underground Coal Mine, Workers' Compensation
Our firm has acted on a number of cases where workers have been diagnosed as suffering from Mesothelioma and more recently Black Lung Disease.
Seaforth Boating Club – 30 Years Pro Bono
Our firm provides pro bono legal services to many not-for-profit organisations in the CQ region, and when the services are recognised by such associations it is greatly appreciated by our firm and our staff, that we are being recognised for “putting back” into the community in which we live and do business in.
Is Smacking a Child Illegal?
Whilst most people have their own personal views in regards to smacking of children and many debates have taken place, it is often seen in the media that smacking is unlawful which has left people confused and unsure, however, a recent Supreme Court decision that has shed light on the legality of this controversial topic.
Franchise for Sale? Yes Please
Considering buying an existing franchise or establishing a franchise, it is important that the legal and financial issues are not overlooked.
