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Environmental claims: ensuring compliance with the Australian Consumer Law
It is common practice for businesses to align themselves with positive environmental values and boast how their goods or services are environmentally beneficial or minimise environmental harm. However, buzzwords such as “carbon neutral” or...
The Risks of ‘Getting on the Bags’
Its Festival Season 2024 is bringing in a raft of positive social opportunity to the Sunshine Coast. The Coast will welcome a range of concerts and festivals as well as the oncoming cooler climate making a night out look more and more enticing. If...
The Importance Terms and Conditions in your Contract Negotiations
Are you reading the terms and conditions on Commercial Contracts with your suppliers? Many people tend to skim through terms and conditions, however in the digital age of contracts and agreements, it is vital to obtain legal advice before entering...
Setting up a Self-Managed Super Fund
Are you contemplating the idea of setting up a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF)? An SMSF is for the sole purpose of providing retirement benefits to its members. Many people want the flexibility to choose and manage their retirement...
What is a Letter of Demand?
When faced with problems like unpaid invoices, contract breaches, or other disputes, it becomes necessary to take action to protect your interests. This article will explain a letter of demand, how it is used, the benefits of sending one, and possible limitations.
LGBTQIA+ Rights and Considerations for Estate Planning
Getting married can revoke a Will or Enduring Power of Attorney. With the legalisation of same sex marriage in Australia in 2017, this now affects all Australians who are legally married.Have you been married since 2017 or are you intending on...
Needing to sue for defamation of your character?
Have you ever had someone say something about you that has caused serious harm to your reputation? This may be defamation.What is Defamation? Defamation occurs when factually incorrect information is published to an audience. For a claim in...
What is PAYGI?
Did you know if you receive a tax debt over $1000, you may be required to pay this through quarterly instalments, also known as PAYGI (Pay As You Go Instalments). PAYGI (Pay As You Go Instalments) is a system that is automatically set up by the...
Briefing the Expert – Understanding the Value of Independent Experts in Family Law Proceedings
Family law proceedings often require the expertise of professionals to provide insights, evaluations, and recommendations which aid in assisting the parties, and where required, the courts, to make informed decisions to finalise family law matters....
The Importance of Identity Verification in Legal Transactions
One of the most important early steps in a legal transaction is completing your identity verification. But why is your solicitor being so adamant about this being completed? Fraud The most important reason is fraud. Legal transactions,...
Have you adequately documented GST in your commercial property sale contract?
How does GST work? In a sale of commercial property, the GST liability for a taxable supply could be substantial due to the high value of the commercial property. Where GST is payable for a sale of commercial property, many vendors believe that they...
Why DIY Accounting Could Cost You More Than You Think
Understanding the Complexities of DIY Accounting In the age of DIY solutions, it might be tempting to take on every challenge, including managing your finances. But before you try to manage your spreadsheets and tax forms, pause and consider this:...
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