23 Oct 2014 Corporate and commercial Employment and safety Reform of employee share schemes to allow greater flexibility in triggering taxation of benefits Changes will allow start-ups to incentivise employees while managing cash outlay
23 Oct 2014 Corporate and commercial Employment and safety Union right of entry and the lunch room loophole Union officials do not have automatic access to lunch rooms
20 Oct 2014 Disputes and investigations Insurance Damages for funds management expenses following lump sum damages award: Gray v Richards High Court allows appeal in part from NSW Court of Appeal
12 Oct 2014 Property Construction High Court finds that a builder is not liable for economic loss suffered by subsequent owners of ... In brief - Property purchasers may assume risk of latent defects
8 Oct 2014 Property Corporate and commercial Rent review of retail leases in Australia Type and basis of rent reviews controlled by law
24 Sep 2014 Disputes and investigations Corporate and commercial Restructuring and insolvency Liquidator removed following ASIC appeal due to perceived lack of independence "Double might" test crucial in determining liquidator's independence
24 Sep 2014 Corporate and commercial Insurance Employment and safety Managing risk around horses: Safe Work Australia releases new guidelines Understand your risks and obligations when working with horses
24 Sep 2014 Property Option agreements from a property developer's perspective Developers should consider a range of factors when negotiating options to acquire real estate
24 Sep 2014 Corporate and commercial Avoiding costly pitfalls when ending a business relationship Business relationships and dealings should be set out in writing
24 Sep 2014 Property Disputes and investigations Buyers' late notification regarding building and pest inspection leads to seller's valid ... Timeframes specified in property sale contracts must be strictly observed