In Australia, the Family Law Act of 1975 provides for the creation of financial agreements which may be made before, during, or after a marriage (or de facto relationship). A financial agreement, by definition, outlines how, in the event of the breakdown of the marriage or de facto relationship, all or any of the property […]
Read MoreMuch of the reasoning in the Skene case relevant to determining the classification of a casual employee has been overruled by the new statutory definition of casual employee in the Fair Work Act. See our new article on Casual Employee Classification The recent ruling by the Federal Court of Australia in Workpac v Skene has […]
Read MoreA recent case in the Family Court granted the Commissioner of Taxation access to private court documents filed in Court proceedings between a husband and wife. The Family Court also allowed the Commissioner to use the information contained in the documents for tax purposes. Mr. and Mrs. Darling (pseudonym name given by the Court) were […]
Read MoreYes, you can sublease commercial or retail premises, provided that the terms of your Lease do not prevent you from doing so. Generally, a Lease will allow a tenant to sublet the whole or part of the premises, provided that the Landlord has first consented in writing. The Lease will often set out the procedure […]
Read MoreCouples intending to get married should define their relationship with a Prenuptial Agreement under section 90B of the act. Your Cohabitation agreement becomes a legal expression of your intent as de facto partners – you can define how you intend to divide your assets and maintain any children you may have. It is intended to […]
Read MoreSpousal maintenance is the financial support provided to a party who is unable to adequately support themselves. Spousal maintenance does not apply automatically. A couple (either married or de facto) may agree to spousal maintenance being paid. If so, then spousal maintenance can be formalised by inserting the appropriate provisions into your Binding Financial Agreement. […]
Read MoreEver considered keeping a pet, but live in a strata scheme? A strata scheme is a building or collection of buildings divided into various ‘lots’. Living in a strata scheme means that you own your unit or apartment but share responsibility for common property – such as gardens or stairwells. Given the nature of strata […]
Read MoreFollowing changes to the Privacy Act, businesses are now under greater pressure to deal with, and dispose of, confidential information safely, both for their own protection and privacy, and that of their customers and staff members. Business need to be pro-active in preventing business identity theft. National Identity Fraud Awareness Week National Identity Fraud Awareness […]
Read MoreIn Part 1 we explained what an STD is and how they can occur, Part 2 looks at practical tips for avoiding them. Are you financially compatible with your partner? Honest communication about financial habits and styles allows both parties to be clear about how to handle joint finances. Communication is important. When your relationship […]
Read MoreThis information has been superseded because of recent changes to the Fair Work Act which now offers a precise definition of casual employment – please view our updated article What is a Casual Employee Many employers have long struggled with the task of drawing a clear distinction between casual and permanent employees – until now. On […]
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