What is self-defence?
Under NSW law a person is not responsible for a criminal offence if the person carries out the conduct constituting the offence in self-defence.
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Indemnity: Signing Away Your Rights!
Should you sign a Deed of Release? In short, a Deed of Release (or Waiver Deed) is usually a succinct, confidential document which is used to either bring a dispute...
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Making a dismissal appear fair may not cure earlier defects… a warning for employers
As an employer you are entitled to exercise your right to dismiss an employee for misconduct. However, you should be aware of the consequences of doing so, and not doing...
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Commercial Leases: Understanding the basics
A commercial lease refers to the lease of commercial property. This includes office space, industrial units, workshops and warehouses, retail shops (whether they are within a shopping centre or not),...
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Commercial Leases – Get Them in Writing
Get the commercial lease prepared in writing by an experienced business lawyer BEFORE the arrangement comes into effect. This applies to all commercial transactions, not just leases.
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Why should I require security if I’m a landlord and leasing my commercial or retail premises?
Landlords: why should you require security when leasing commercial or retail property? Gavin Hanrahan explains why and the reasonable amount.
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A Redundancy Payment is Property and Can Be Divided in a Property Settlement
If you or your spouse have received a redundancy payment in the past, or if you or your partner have been offered a redundancy payment, such payment may form part...
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One brain snap doesn’t mean you aren’t entitled to compensation
A recent Court of Appeal decision has highlighted the importance of a passenger 'stopping to think' before accepting a lift from someone who they know has been drinking alcohol...
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What happens if my Power of Attorney abuses that power?
A recent case in Wollongong highlighted that there are serious ramifications if a person appointed under a Power of Attorney abuse their power and does not act in the best...
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Internet Piracy: The Dallas Buyers Club Case is Over
The long running, high profile, Dallas Buyers Club legal case appears finally to be over... read this article for more information.
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