A recent decision in the Queensland Supreme Court has underlined some interesting issues in the area of copyright law, particularly for proud home owners hoping to protect the uniqueness of their home!
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Domestic Violence
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One woman is killed nearly every week in Australia due to domestic violence.
Single Business Identifier for Companies
There could soon be a single Business Identifier for Companies. That is, if the Treasury Legislation Amendment (Spring Repeal Day) Bill 2015 is passed.
Pool Safety Requirements – Compliance Date is Looming ~ 30 November 2015
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In 2008, the Queensland Government conducted a review of Queensland’s pool safety laws in an endeavour to reduce the number of drownings and serious injuries involving children in residential swimming pools.
Dismissal following Temporary Absence for Medical Surgery deemed Unfair
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A recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (Mr Koichi Yokohata v Lidco Oregon Australia Pty Ltd [2015] FWC 5680) serves as a reminder that an employee’s temporary absence from work because of illness or injury is not a valid reason for their dismissal.
Change is here ~ Personal Property Securities Act
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From 1 October 2015 the requirement to register leases and bailments of serial numbered goods for a term of between 90 days and one year will no longer apply.
Paying Estate Debts: Hands-Off the Life Insurance Policy and Superannuation!
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Paying debts and liabilities of an estate must be done by the deceased’s personal representative upon that person’s death.
Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation Update – Distribution 2015
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On Thursday 24th September 2015 presentations were held for the Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation in both Mackay and Cannonvale. Distributions totalling $56,704.15 were made to 18 different charitable organisations within the Mackay and Whitsunday regions. Included in the 2015…
How Often Should I Review My Will?
Clients often ask how often they should review their Wills. The answer is that you should review your Will every time there is a major change in your life or circumstances.
Workers’ Compensation Update
On 17 September 2015 the Queensland Parliament passed amendments to the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.
