Almost always, insolvency is the reason why a company is wound up. This process is often initiated by a creditor of the insolvent company. However, insolvency is not the only grounds for winding up. The court may also order the winding up of a...
What does the term “estate planning” mean? This is term we use to describe all and any documents which relate to your own person. This includes your Will, power of attorney and enduring guardian. It can also include any letters of wishes or advanced directive that...
A recent Supreme Court case in Queensland is a timely reminder of the need to take care when nominating who is to receive a member’s superannuation benefits, particularly when the provision is made in the binding death nomination for payments to be made to a...
The short answer to this question is 'yes' it could be categorised as a 'De Facto Relationship' if it meets the criteria set out below. Therefore, you need to be aware that once you start spending significant time with a new partner, you are leaving yourself...
Is there a time you have to wait after you make a person redundant before you can re advertise for the same position?...
Many commercial contracts contain provisions require one or other party to use “reasonable endeavours” or “best endeavours” to achieve a particular result....
With the legislation now allowing for same sex marriages, those in a same sex marriage must remember that unless a Will is stated to be made in contemplation of marriage, marriage revokes a will....
Can I challenge a will? You may be able to challenge a will on a number of grounds, provided you are eligible to do so....
The High Court has recently overturned a decision of the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia in relation to the entitlements of employees to personal leave....