Knowledge

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.

You’ve got mail: the importance of keeping your registered address up to date

Monique Burr discusses why it’s important for businesses to keep their registered address up to date and avoid the potential costly consequences of failing to do so.

Divorce, re-partnering and legal matters affecting your wealth

This articles discusses common legal matters and ways re-partnered couples can deal with the their individual and/or joint wealth in their Estate plan and review their exiting Wills and Estate pan.

Conveyancing update: upcoming mandate for e-conveyancing in Queensland

Charlotte Tully discusses the upcoming e-conveyancing mandate in Queensland and the types of transactions affected.

Pitfalls when using symbols or emblems in trade marks

Monique Burr discusses some of the things businesses should be aware of when considering using symbols or emblems in their trade marks.

Duelling presumptions trumped by objective facts

Michael Morris considers the High Court’s decision in Bosanac v Commissioner of Taxation [2022] HCA 34

2023 – Some Changes to Employment Law

New changes to employment law in 2023 for better job security, gender equality and paid domestic violence leave.

Residential Tenancy Law Reform in Queensland – what landlords and tenants need to know

Charlotte Tully looks at the legislative changes currently in effect and those to be implemented next year

AI Art and Copyright

Monique Burr looks at how Australia’s copyright framework applies to AI generated works.

Sunset clauses and early release of deposits

Charlotte Tully looks at the potential future changes regarding sunset clauses and early release of deposits in “off the plan” contracts.

Is your credit rating affected by a default judgment? Steps you can take to repair it

Robert Lamb looks at an option available to you where you have paid all amounts owing but a default judgment remains on your credit file.