Constructive trusts Tag

The New South Wales Court of Appeal decision in Zong v Lin [2022] NSWCA 136 is a clear reminder of why properly drafted shareholders’ agreements are critical—particularly where one party controls the company’s day-to-day operations and finances. The case involved two business partners, Mr Jason Zong...

If you are looking at buying a business, you have probably come across two main structures: an asset sale or a share sale. A share sale agreement involves purchasing the shares of a company, meaning you take over the company as it exists — including its...

When it comes to protecting your interests in property, especially in complex or disputed situations, two powerful legal mechanisms stand out: constructive trusts and caveats. Both play crucial roles in safeguarding property rights and preventing fraud when formal legal ownership does not reflect the true...