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Protecting 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…
MoreIndividuals signing deeds electronically – in which states?
During the peak of COVID, most states and territories implemented temporary legislation allowing individuals to sign documents electronically. Since the…
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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