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  • Manager Fired for Boozy Lunch! By David Gordon

    Manager Fired for Boozy Lunch!

    03 AUGUST 2023 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    In a recent case, a manager of an engineering and construction company and his team were finishing a major project. The manager suggested to the company’s CEO that he take the team out for lunch to celebrate. The CEO agreed to the lunch but specified a no-alcohol policy due to company rules and the dangers involved with driving company cars back to the factory. Nevertheless, some employees consumed alcohol, including the manager himself. Read more

  • Employee Struck by Bull! By David Gordon

    Employee Struck by Bull!

    24 JANUARY 2023 , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW

    Most businesses in NSW are required by law to obtain workers compensation insurance to protect themselves from the costs of workers compensation claims. Workers' compensation insurance covers employees who have been hurt at work. Workers' compensation covers weekly wages, medical and hospital expenditures, as well as several other benefits to assist injured workers in recovering and returning to work. Read more

  • Man Tries to Exit Contract by Claiming He is Mentally Ill

    17 MAY 2022 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , PROPERTY LAW & CONVEYANCING

    A man (“the purchaser”) bought a property and negotiated a 13-month settlement period. The contract included a clause that said that if a party became mentally ill they could pull out of the contract. The purchaser took possession of the land before settlement, and everything appeared to be going smoothly. The purchaser himself was a savvy investor because he already had 8 properties to his name. Read more

  • Disobedient Employees? You Could be Responsible for Their Actions!

    01 MARCH 2022 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    An employer was involved in providing apprenticeship opportunities to young workers. The company engaged a 16-year-old high school student for work experience to see if it would take him on as an apprentice. The student was keen and seemed to show potential. Read more

  • Can your Business Effectively Protect Its Interests?

    17 JANUARY 2022 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    Restraint of Trade Clauses can also be applied between businesses. This is often the case when one business is split into two businesses, or in Joint Venture Agreements where two businesses agree to co-operate on a project. A recent NSW Supreme Court Case involving flower wholesalers has shown how Restraint of Trade Clauses will not always be enforced by Courts. Read more

  • Could You be Liable for the Risks of an Intruder?

    13 JULY 2021 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    In a recent case, a landlord owned and operated a large shopping centre. The landlord engaged a security company to provide security for the premises. This security company sub-contracted the responsibilities to another security company who employed a man to guard the shopping centre. This man was made familiar with various manuals which covered his role and outlined responses to specific incidents like armed persons and robberies. Read more

  • Why you should prepare a clear written agreement By Bradley Campbell

    Why you should prepare a clear written agreement

    01 JUNE 2021 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    Not having a properly drafted contract is risky, particularly when the good faith on which the relationship was built disappears, and the relationship ends. That is when a clear and concise written agreement, which sets out the rights and obligations of the parties, is invaluable. Read more

  • Can Your Business Make Vaccines Compulsory?

    08 MARCH 2021 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    COVID-19 vaccines are now approved for use in Australia. The question of whether these vaccines can be made compulsory for employees will be important. A recent case may give some guidance. Read more

  • Are You Tempted to Take a Sub-lease of Some Floorspace? Be Careful with Subleases!

    15 FEBRUARY 2021 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW , PROPERTY LAW & CONVEYANCING

    You may be looking for premises and get offered some space available on a “sublease”. This is common at present because more businesses than ever have employees working remotely from home, and so they have too much floorspace. Subletting the excess space will allow them to recoup some rent during the balance of the term of their lease. Read more

  • 9 Things Your Business Needs to Know About Cybercrime!

    23 NOVEMBER 2020 , COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS LAW

    Cybercrime represents a major threat to all businesses. Here are the top 9 things to consider with respect to cybercrime. Read more