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Key employment changes as we close out 2023
Timeline of changes to employment laws There have been a number of new employment laws come into effect this year,…
MoreMahoneys supports the medical industry
This year Mahoneys had the privilege of supporting the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) and The Professional Medical Practice…
MoreMahoneys acts on renewable energy projects
Renewable energy is set to play an increasingly pivotal role in Australia’s energy mix, with governments and the private sector…
MoreStarting a Private Practice
Mahoneys’ Senior Associate Rhys Williamson recently joined other industry experts to discuss what legal, accounting, and operational requirements need to…
MorePayroll Tax: Qld Ruling assists medical practices
The Qld State Revenue Office (Qld SRO) has issued a significant ruling that will result in a large number of…
MoreFavourable payroll tax ruling to be issued next week
The Queensland Government has just announced that a tax ruling will be issued next week to make it clear that,…
MoreStarting a Group Private Practice with Colleagues
Mahoneys’ Partner Antony Harrison recently joined other industry experts to discuss what legal, accounting, and operational requirements need to be…
MoreOptimising a physician’s financial affairs when transitioning into retirement
Mahoneys’ Partner Antony Harrison recently joined Angela Jeffrey, Scott Montefiore (William Buck) and Chris Mariani (Medical and General Risk Solutions),…
MoreOptimising a physician’s financial affairs
Mahoneys Partner Antony Harrison recently joined Julie O’Reilly, Scott Montefiore (William Buck), Tracey Gardiner (TG Property Solutions) and Drewe Barrett…
MoreStarting a private medical practice
Earlier this week Mahoneys Partner Antony Harrison joined Angela Jeffrey, Scott Montefiore and Eric Flammang (William Buck) and a room…
MoreChanges to the unfair contract term regime commence this year
Companies should be aware of changes to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) (CCA) coming into effect this year…
MorePayroll tax amnesty for GPs – what does it mean?
The recent ruling on payroll tax and its application to medical practices has caused quite the flurry within the industry.[1]…
MoreMahoneys closes $10m capital raise for tech start-up
Mahoneys recently assisted a technology start-up raise $10M in capital from local investors. This capital raise reflects the confidence in…
MoreMahoneys advises on >100m acquisition of tech business
Mahoneys recently advised a significant shareholder of a Queensland-based technology company on their $100m plus acquisition by a listed international…
MoreProtect your intellectual property from employee/collaborator claims
You’re about to file your patent application. You’re sure the invention it covers will be profitable. Your employees and research…
MoreProtecting the family home
Purchasing the family home is one of the most significant investments most couples will make. When it comes to deciding…
MoreA director can be personally liable for knowing something, even if they didn’t know
When a director makes a decision, they have to do so in the best interest of the company. They can’t,…
MoreInterplay between asset protection and estate planning
Mahoneys Partner Antony Harrison recently joined Paul Copeland (William Buck), Scott Montefiore (William Buck) and Chris Mariani (Medical and General…
MoreBuying into a dental practice
Mahoneys’ Partner Antony Harrison recently joined Angela Jeffrey (William Buck) and Colin Taylor (BOQ Specialist) to provide Australian Dental Association…
MoreDeadline for obtaining a Director Identification Number
In June 2020 the Federal Government passed new laws requiring every director obtain a Director Identification Number (or DIN). This…
MoreAsset protection for doctors
Mahoneys’ Partner Antony Harrison recently joined Paul Copeland (William Buck), Scott Montefiore (William Buck) and Chris Mariani (Medical and General…
MoreMedical Practice Payroll Tax Decision: Thomas and Naaz Appeal Upheld
In October 2021, Mahoneys wrote an article on the NSW decision of Thomas and Naaz Pty Ltd v Chief Commissioner…
MoreContractor or employee? Your contract should spell it out
Background In February this year, the High Court handed down two significant rulings in relation to both contractors and employees.…
MoreMandatory Director Identification Number – approaching deadlines
If you are a company director, or thinking of becoming one, you must now obtain a director identification number (or DIN). The…
MoreVirtual meetings and electronic execution now permanent
Back in August 2021, Mahoneys brought you an article on the impending amendments to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Act),[1]which…
MoreImportant Medical Practice Payroll Tax Decision
Thomas and Naaz – the latest court case and what medical practices need to know. Authors: Antony Harrison and Sabrina…
MoreIncreased protections against unfair contract terms
In early September, the government released the proposed amendments to the unfair contract terms regime under the Australian Consumer Law…
MoreMandatory Director Identification Numbers
Company directors should be aware of new laws coming into effect relating to the introduction of Director Identification Numbers (DIN).…
MoreTechnology and the Corporations Act: recent amendments and what they mean for you
The Australian Government is in the process of amending the Corporations Act so that companies can use technology to hold…
MoreStarting a Private Practice
Mahoneys partner Antony Harrison presented as part of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) webinar focusing on the benefits, challenges…
MoreChange to casual employment arrangements
Recent amendments to the Federal Fair Work Act 2009 have changed the workplace entitlements and obligations for casual employees. The…
MoreUnfair contract term laws: important changes and IP agreements
Upcoming changes to the unfair contract term laws mean any business that requires customers or small business commercial partners to…
MorePayroll Tax Alert
The AMA (NSW) has reportedly recently been in touch with its members to warn of payroll tax audits and the…
MoreProtecting your trade mark
Your business is making some serious cash – or it’s about to. Customers are raving about what you do –…
MoreTransfer pricing laws and why it’s time to review your profits
Transfer pricing laws and why it’s time to review your profits With the Australian Tax Office (ATO) continuing to target…
MoreWhen can you patent an invention implemented by a computer – Encompass Corporation v InfoTrack (September 2019)
The patentability of computer-implemented inventions has long been a tricky issue for innovators and entrepreneurs. While a recent decision by…
MoreBe careful: your Personal Property Security Register (PPSR) registrations may lapse soon
If you registered security interests on the PPSR when it launched seven years ago, you would be wise to check…
MoreImplications for business when Australia implements APEC’s Cross Border Privacy Rules System next year
After consultation with business and stakeholders, the Australian Government recently applied to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation economic forum (APEC) to…
MoreThe lesson of Lululemon – exchanges, returns and consumer guarantees
Luxury athletic apparel company Lululemon Athletica Australia Pty Ltd (Lululemon) found out the hard way that global businesses who apply…
MoreCompanies and directors rejoice – “Safe Harbour” and “Ipso Facto” becomes law
Late last night (11 September 2017), the Senate passed into law the Treasury Laws Amendment (2017 Enterprises Incentives No 2)…
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