Knowledge

The Environment and Boardroom Accountability in the Age of ESG: Shell’s Directors Sued In The UK

John Davies breaks down a derivative action claim brought against Shell’s UK directors and the potential for similar cases to be brought in Australia.

Independent contractor factsheet

In this factsheet, Hillhouse Corporate and Commercial Lawyer John Davies addresses the differences between Independent Contractors and Employees.

The roles within your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney – Part 3 (Guardian)

Tracy Pratt looks at who will fill the important role of guardian in your Will and what that role entails.

Part 2: Retail Shop Leases in Queensland – what are the differences between a retail shop lease and a commercial lease?

Charlotte Tully continues the discussion around key distinctions between commercial leases and retail shop leases in Queensland.

Set-off Under Section 553C Not Available To Defend An unfair Preference Claim

John Davies breaks down a recent decision of the High Court regarding set-off under s 553C and unfair preference claims.

Thirsty Works: Federal Court rules on misleading and deceptive conduct claim

Zach Sudiro explores a recent Federal Court decision on misleading and deceptive conduct in the alcoholic beverage industry.

Part 1: Retail Shop Leases in Queensland – what are the differences between a retail shop lease and a commercial lease?

Charlotte Tully discusses some of the key differences between commercial leases and retail shop leases in Queensland.

Signing contracts only as a company director can still expose you to personal liability under a personal guarantee

John Davies discusses a recent case where a director was liable under a personal guarantee despite not signing the contract in their personal capacity.

The roles within your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney – Part 2 (Trustee)

Tracy Pratt looks at who will fill the important roles in your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney and what those roles entail.

Questions to avoid when conducting a job interview

Robert Lamb discusses what can and can’t be asked in a job interview, the rights of the candidate and how not to get it wrong.

Regulation of short-term rental accommodation in Queensland: what you need to know

Charlotte Tully discusses the current state of regulation of short-term letting accommodation in Queensland.

New penalties for Unfair Contract Terms and how to minimise exposure to your Business.

John Davies considers the upcoming changes to the unfair contract terms regime and steps you can take to limit your exposure to the new penalties.

The roles within your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney

Tracy Pratt looks at who will fill the role of Executor in your Will and what that role entails.

Queensland Revenue Office clarifies payroll tax position for medical practices

Hillhouse Legal Partners outline the recent Queensland Revenue Office Public Ruling regarding payroll tax and relevant contracts for medical centres.

Case Law: Is a new landlord liable for breaches of lease by a previous landlord?

Charlotte Tully looks at a recent decision of the Queensland Court of Appeal which has clarified that a new landlord is generally not liable for unremedied breaches of a lease by a previous landlord.