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New Privacy Law Guidance about AI Highlights the Need for a Cautious Approach

Businesses should take careful note of the risks of using artificial intelligence (AI) and should implement controls appropriate to their business to ensure […]

Payroll Tax Update: GP Exemption & Dental Clinic Amnesty

Further important updates to payroll tax for GPs and dental clinics in Queensland have been announced. GP Payroll Tax Exemption As part of […]

Strengthening Your Business: The Critical Role of Annual Legal Reviews in Mining and Resources

As a leader in the mining and resources industry, you know that staying ahead isn’t just about what’s happening underground – it’s about […]

Seven Critical Legal Considerations for a Smooth Business Succession Transition

Business succession can be a daunting proposition. Having worked so hard and for so long to build a successful mining and resources business, […]

Estate Planning – What you need to know

Estate planning is crucial to ensure your wishes regarding the care of your loved ones and the distribution of your assets are known […]

Casual Employment Regulations Changes – Effective 26 August 2024

Starting 26 August 2024, new regulations regarding casual employment will take effect under the Closing Loopholes (No 2) Amendments. It’s crucial for all […]

The Bank of Mum and Dad

Hillhouse Legal Partners touched on this subject back in 2021[1] but now the Bank of Mum and Dad is used by 2 in […]

Verbal Will Agreements: Why They Are Not Worth the Risk

In the realm of Estate Planning, verbal Will agreements are as good as non-existent. As the saying goes, they are “not worth the […]

Annual Review: Top 10 legal matters to consider this financial year

Get ahead of the curve and prepare for the opportunities that life or business throws at you this financial year. We often find the practices […]

Family Office Legal Services: Closing the gate BEFORE the horse has bolted

Wealthy individuals and family groups face inherent complexity as their wealth increases and their family continually grows and changes. Family office legal considerations […]

Legal Update – New Privacy Decision

Employer fined $3000 after telling staff an employee who suffered a medical episode at work was in stable condition. In the recent decision […]

Update: Payroll tax exemption relating to bulk-billing for GP Practices in New South Wales

The NSW Government has announced as part of its 2024-25 state budget, a Bulk-Billing Support Initiative that will see retrospective unpaid payroll tax […]

Superannuation and Your Will: How to gain certainty around protecting your loved ones

Naturally in business focusing on delivering the best possible service to your valued clients is essential.  It is just as is important to […]

Protect Your Business: The Essential Legal Benefits for Trade Marks

In today’s competitive landscape it is essential to protect the identity and reputation of your business through safeguarding your brand. One crucial, yet […]

Annual Wage Review Decision Announced 3 June 2024

The 2023-24 Wage Review Decision was announced by the Fair Work Commission on 3 June 2024. It is crucial that all employers carefully […]