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Safe harbour in a (global pandemic) storm
Safe harbour is a statutory process which, if correctly implemented, permits directors to avoid personal liability from insolvent trading. In essence, it is an alternativ...
MoreSection 73 composition set aside by the Federal Court
Deputy Commissioner of Taxation v Zappia [2019] FCA 2152. A pithy judgment of Jagot J provides helpful guidance on the principles applicable to the setting aside of a com...
MoreVicarious liability
A common problem faced by employers is vicarious liability and their duty of care. A recent Supreme Court of Queensland decision acts as a timely reminder for our workpla...
MoreWhat an affidavit is and how is one taken?
An affidavit is the evidence of a witness in written form. It is a document that is sworn on oath or affirmed and made before a person who is authorised to take an oath o...
MoreAnti-bullying at work laws can apply to bodies corporate and caretakers too
Mahoneys regularly field enquiries from caretakers complaining (often quite validly) that they have been bullied, harassed or threatened by committee members or lot owner...
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